Battle of Redwood Ferry

The Battle of Redwood Ferry took place on August 18, 1862, on the first day of the Dakota War of 1862. A United States Army company responding to the Dakota attack at the Lower Sioux Agency from Fort Ridgeley was ambushed and defeated at Redwood Ferry.

Battle of Redwood Ferry
Part of The Dakota War of 1862

Redwood Ferry near the Lower Sioux Agency
DateAugust 18, 1862
Location44°31′45″N 94°57′13″W / 44.52917°N 94.95361°W / 44.52917; -94.95361
Result Santee Sioux Victory
Belligerents
Dakota (Santee Sioux)  United States
Commanders and leaders
White Dog Executed Disputed Captain John S. Marsh
Units involved
Unknown Co B, 5th Minnesota Infantry, Fort Ridgely
Strength
Unknown (more than 47) 47
Casualties and losses
1 killed 24 killed, 1 drowned, 5 wounded
Battle of Redwood Ferry is located in Minnesota
Battle of Redwood Ferry
Location within Minnesota