Battle of Birch Coulee (1862 AD)

Battle of Birch Coulee (Side A vs Santee Sioux) took place in 1862 AD during Dakota War of 1862.

Battle facts

• Year: 1862 AD
• Date: 1862-09-02
• Era: Modern
• Conflict: Dakota War of 1862
• Side B: Santee Sioux
• Commanders (A): Captain Hiram P. Grant, Captain Joseph Anderson, Major Joseph R. Brown
• Commanders (B): Gray Bird, Mankato, Big Eagle, Red Legs
• Casualties: approx. 13 killed 47 wounded 90+ horses killed2 killed Unknown number wounded
• Outcome: Santee Sioux victory
• Coordinates: 44.576°, -94.975°

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