Q&A: What happened at the Battle of Birch Coulee?
The Battle of Birch Coulee occurred on September 2 and 3, 1862, as a part of the U.S. – Dakota War. The battle followed the attacks on Fort Ridgely and New Ulm and at this point the Dakota had fled west along with their captives. But, having fled so hastily, Little Crow sent a…