The Johnson County War

In April 1892, Wyoming's wealthiest men launched a violent invasion against local ranchers and homesteaders, orchestrating a brutal campaign fueled by power, land disputes, and corruption. This gripping account draws from diaries, military reports, and court records to reveal how a private army and legal manipulations led to murder, chaos, and a tragic class war—stripping away the cowboy myth to expose a ruthless fight for control. Perfect for readers interested in detailed, revisionist Western history that highlights the dark side of frontier justice and the fight against entrenched power.