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This memorial ride is to honor the 38+2 Native Americans hanged as a result of the Dakota War of 1862. These executions were ordered by President Abraham Lincoln and carried out on Dec. 26, 1862. This is a monumental task and journey to bring dedicated riders and the “Spirit Horse” (representing the many ancestors who died during the Indian wars) over such a long distance in the middle of winter. The ride will travel through the following communities and townships along the way; Ft. Thompson, Gann Valley, Wessington Springs, Forestburg, Howard, Madison, Flandreau, all located in South Dakota. From there they will travel in to Minnesota through; Pipestone, Russell, Vesta, Morton, Ft. Ridgely, Courtland, Land of Memories and arriving at Reconciliation Memorial Park in Mankota. indianz/News/2014/015913.asp
Posted on: Fri, 12 Dec 2014 16:22:49 +0000

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