Cattle Wars: Struggles and Justice in Johnson County

This chapter examines the historical tensions between small ranchers and wealthy cattle barons during the tumultuous Johnson County era. It highlights the socio-economic dynamics, the impact of natural disasters, and the rise of vigilante justice against cattle theft, including notable outlaw figures and confrontations. The narrative also explores themes of gender and independence through the lens of figures like Ella Watson, revealing the complexities of land ownership and law in the late 19th century West.