Tensions and Retributions: The Rise of a Militia

This chapter examines a series of violent incidents in the 1860s that lead prospectors to form a militia in response to escalating crimes. It highlights the motivations behind these actions, rooted in resentment and land disputes with white settlers, as well as the complexities of justice and identity in a rapidly changing environment. The narrative reveals the differing categorizations of violent acts, questioning conventional labels and exploring the psychological implications of the perpetrators' decisions.