SCOUTING YESTERDAY | American Indian Movement-fueled clash between South Dakota, California tests interstate justice

This week in South Dakota history: Oct. 17-23

Dennis Banks before surrendering to authorities, 1984. (Courtesy of Argus Leader)

Unsuccessful raids in South Dakota a half-century ago this month, conducted while state authorities hunted for American Indian Movement founder Dennis Banks, sparked a political feud that would last nearly a decade.

The standoff drew in leaders from across the country and tested the limits of state power, political will, and interstate justice, pitting South Dakota against California in a high-profile clash.

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