The Dakota Conflict
Originally released in 1993. The Dakota Conflict is a tv movie/documentary film. directed by Kristian Berg. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Garrison Keillor, Floyd "Red Crow" Westerman, and Sally Wingert
Synopsis
In 1862, when Minnesota was still a young state, the people of the Eastern Dakota Nation had been relegated to a reservation on a narrow strip of land along the Minnesota River. Times were hard and Dakota families went hungry. When the U.S. government broke its promises and failed to send treaty payments, some of the Dakota went to war against the white settlers. Many Dakota did not join in, choosing to aid and protect settlers instead. The fighting lasted six weeks and many people on both sides were killed or fled the state. 1600 Dakota were imprisoned in a camp below Fort Snelling in present day Minneapolis. Dakota men were tried in a military court and on December 26, 1862, thirty-eight were hanged in Mankato in the largest mass execution in U.S. history.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $150,000
Production Companies
- Video Finders
- PBS
- Twin Cities Public Television
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Dakota Conflict about?
In 1862, when Minnesota was still a young state, the people of the Eastern Dakota Nation had been relegated to a reservation on a narrow strip of land along the Minnesota River. Times were hard and...
Who directed The Dakota Conflict?
The Dakota Conflict was directed by Kristian Berg.
How long is The Dakota Conflict?
The Dakota Conflict has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).
When was The Dakota Conflict released?
The Dakota Conflict was released on January 27, 1993 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Dakota Conflict?
The main cast of The Dakota Conflict includes Garrison Keillor, Floyd "Red Crow" Westerman, Sally Wingert, James Stonewell, Kevin Kling.