Photographic Print : 38 Sioux Hanged
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38 Sioux Hanged
At Mancato, Minnesota, 38 Sioux are hanged for crimes against the Government
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1863 Crimes Hanged Involving Minnesota Sioux
14"x11" Photo Print
Experience history through the powerful and poignant image of '38 Sioux Hanged' from our Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. This haunting image, taken at Mankato, Minnesota in 1862, captures the aftermath of a significant moment in American history. Witness the raw emotion and the weight of the moment as 38 Sioux warriors face the consequences of their actions against the Government. This evocative print from the Mary Evans Picture Library at Mary Evans Prints Online is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike, providing a unique and thought-provoking addition to any space.
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Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting image captures the aftermath of one of the most tragic and controversial events in American history: the mass execution of 38 Sioux men at Mankato, Minnesota, on December 26, 1862. The Sioux, also known as the Dakota or Lakota people, had been living in the region under treaty agreements with the United States government. However, tensions boiled over when food supplies promised by the government failed to arrive, and the Sioux, desperate and hungry, attacked white settlers. The ensuing conflict, known as the Dakota War or the U.S.-Dakota War of 1862, resulted in the deaths of hundreds of settlers and soldiers. In response, the U.S. military rounded up over 1,600 Sioux men, women, and children and imprisoned them at Fort Snelling. A military commission, which was later found to be biased and unconstitutional, tried and sentenced 39 Sioux men to death for their involvement in the conflict. One man was later reprieved, leaving 38 to face the gallows. This photograph, taken by an unknown photographer, shows the 38 Sioux men, all dressed in white shirts and trousers, standing in a row, their hands bound behind their backs, as they await their execution. The expression on their faces ranges from resignation to defiance, and their eyes seem to bore into the viewer with a sense of raw emotion and humanity. The scene is surrounded by a crowd of onlookers, including soldiers, townspeople, and even women and children. The execution of the 38 Sioux men is a dark chapter in American history, and this photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the consequences of broken promises, misunderstandings, and the complexities of cultural conflict. It is a testament to the resilience and dignity of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable adversity.
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