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Barb Coon's avatar

Tina,

Thank you for this written word. It brings back memories of growing up in North Mankato with your mom. We were not taught the truth of the history of the Dakota and our ancestors in our school. I am so sad to read of Carol's status. It breaks my heart for all of you. You all are in my prayers.Thanks for taking such good care of her.

Yes, she has a big ❤

Love,

Barb

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Tina Laurel Lee's avatar

Hi Barb, Thank you for your words. My mom has so appreciated reconnecting with you, Donna and Ann since she has returned to Minnesota. Thanks for all your care and all the times you had fun together. I also appreciate your acknowledgement of the absence of this Minnesota history. I didn't learn about the largest mass execution in US History until listening to this podcast: https://www.thisamericanlife.org/479/little-war-on-the-prairie

I listened to it awhile after it was broadcast, around the time Mom was moving back to Minnesota. I was 43 by then?

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