ICAA presents film to draw attention to Dakota history

Inter-Cultural Awareness Association (ICAA) recently presented “Dakota 38,” a powerful film tracking a 330 mile horseback Unity Ride of reconciliation on the 150th anniversary of the 1862 Dakota Conflict which led to the hanging of 38 Native Americans in Mankato, Minn.

A vibrant discussion followed the film, led by Gus Higheagle, the spiritual leader of the Tankan Chan Tipi Unity Riders from Canupawakpa Dakota Nation in Manitoba, Canada.  He was the “wrangler” (organizer) of the Unity Ride that is the subject of the film and appeared numerous times in the film.