Allied troops invade Farmington’s Dakota City Heritage Village

German and United States World War II re-enactment soldiers staged their 3rd annual Armed Forces Day and WWII Weekend event at Dakota City Heritage Village on May 19 and 20. Weapons demonstrations, historical talks, and gun battle re-enactments in front of the depot were some of the many activities throughout the weekend.  Photos by Rick Orndorf

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