Battle of Wood Lake (1862 AD)

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

Battle facts

• Year: 1862 AD
• Date: 1862-09-23
• Era: Modern
• Conflict: Dakota War of 1862
• Side B: Santee Sioux
• Commanders (A): Col. Henry Hastings Sibley
• Commanders (B): Chief Little Crow, Mankato, Big Eagle, Rattling Runner
• Casualties: approx. 7 killed 34–50 wounded14–30 killed Unknown number wounded|
• Outcome: United States victory
• Coordinates: 44.701°, -95.436°

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