For the last twenty years, Somalians have been seeking refuge from a country in turmoil. In 1991 the Somali government was overthrown, leaving the country in the hands of battling warlords. While attempts have been made to reestablish a recognized government, these attempts have thus far been unsuccessful. Civil war and famine drove much of the Somalian population out. Many refugees found safety in surrounding countries such as Kenya or Ethiopia, while others found a more unlikely safe haven: Minnesota.
