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Death of a Dream: One Family’s Experience of the 1862 US/Dakota War Paperback – February 17, 2013

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This is a story of sacrifice and tragedy fueled by the long-held immigrant's dream for a new beginning in a new land. In 1861, a large extended family of Swedes settles on the far northwest edge of the new state of Minnesota. One year later, as the late-summer harvest is in, a group of Dakota warriors declares war on all the settlers. In a surprise attack, 13 members of this family are killed. Left behind are eight others who flee for refuge, joining hundreds of other terrified residents of the state. This is the story of my family--my great, great grandparents, their children, their cousins and their children. I write it to honor my ancestors and help my extended family know and understand it. I think others will appreciate this story as well, as it reveals the courage and persistence evoked in the face of a great tragedy in which at least 650 civilians were killed.The Dakota people also suffered deeply, but theirs is not my story to tell. I write in the hope that descendants of the Dakota and descendants of the White settlers will one day be able to share our stories with one another.

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116 pages
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English
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February 17, 2013
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6 x 0.27 x 9 inches
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1482578107
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978-1482578102
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I'm a native of rural Minnesota and spent my growing up years in Milan as the youngest of four children raised by my businessman-poultry farmer father and mother. I'm a 1965 graduate of Augustana College in Sioux Falls, SD, and a 1969 graduate of Luther Theological Seminary in St. Paul, MN. For 37 years I served as a Lutheran (ELCA) pastor in 5 congregations: Zion in Berthold, ND; Salem in Brooklyn, NY; Faith in Staples, MN; Grace in Wenatchee, WA; and Good Shepherd in Olympia, WA. I retired in 2006 and continue to live in Olympia with my wife, Rose Ann, near to our married sons and two granddaughters. Intense curiosity led me to study family history and genealogy, travel widely, and write in an effort to make sense of my origins.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (February 17, 2013)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 116 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1482578107
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1482578102
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 5.9 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.27 x 9 inches

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Mary L. Gabel

A piece of history from a 21st century perspective

Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2015

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Paul Lundborg writes of his Swedish ancestors and the tragedy that befell them in the 1862 US/Dakota War. The author works from family lore and historical research to fill in the gaps of a story previously lost. Paul brings a 21st century sensitivity and understanding of the issues that created this horrific event. In a surprise encounter, he connects with a descendant of a Dakota man who experienced his own tragedy in the aftermath of this war. Well written. An excellent read.

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Marilyn

This is an excellent book.

Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2014

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I ordered this book at the behest of a relative while doing my own family research. I found the book fascinating and actually was written by one of my own distant relatives who had the desire to learn more about his own family history. Way to go Paul.:)

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Thank you for sharing this story a good read for all

Reviewed in the United States on November 24, 2015

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I have thought for along time we take so much of our daily life for granted. This story really paints a clear picture of a tough life for these brave settlers. Thank you for sharing this story a good read for all.

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Helene Leaf

Massacre of Swedish families at West Lake

Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2013

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A very interesting accounting of a tragic event in the life of Minnesota pioneers caught in the midst of a tragic war. Being a genealogist I enjoyed the family ties section. I also enjoyed the reminiscence section of Pastor Andrew Jackson.

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Bonnie the bread baker

Informative

Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2013

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Good to know about this tragedy, it is more interesting as this area is were I grew up. Thanks for writing the book.
Also know the authors family.

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Lorna Wiens

Finding your life story

Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2013

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It was a very heart felt story based on extensive research. The identified struggles are difficult to believe but remain true It is a soul searching book that encourages us to find our roots and talk to living ancestors.

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DENNIS SLEZAK

Great Book!

Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2013

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Arrive ahead of schedule, with no damage. My wife loves the book. She is from North Dakota and loves these kind of books. The author was the Pastor at her church in North Dakota when she was a teenager.

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Rebecca Rosinbum

Good Narative

Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2013

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Very interesting narrative about the author's loss of family during the US/Dakota War. Sad rendering of his family losing many innocent people in a Indian attack caused by the US government's own bigoted abuse, failed promises and treaties. The author gives a fair and unbiased history of the events in a loving and forgiving way. Worth the read!

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