Minnesota History 1850-Present
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What was the cause of the U.S.-Dakota War of 1862?
Conflict arose from broken treaties, late government payments, and food shortages among the Dakota people.
When did Minnesota become the 32nd U.S. state?
Minnesota was admitted as a state on May 11, 1858.
What industry drove much of Minnesota's economic growth in the late 19th century?
The logging and lumber industries fueled economic expansion as the state's pine forests were harvested.
Who were the first European settlers in the region now known as Minnesota?
French fur traders and missionaries were among the earliest European settlers in the 1600s and 1700s.
What major event caused a population boom in Minnesota in the 1940s?
The growth of manufacturing and wartime production during World War II led to rapid population growth.
What Native American tribes were indigenous to the lands that became Minnesota?
The Dakota (Sioux), Ojibwe (Chippewa), and Ho-Chunk (Winnebago) were among the major tribes.
What cultural group had a significant influence on Minnesota through the mid-20th century?
Scandinavian immigrants, particularly from Sweden, Norway, and Denmark, shaped Minnesota's culture.
