A cattle war in Wyoming's Johnson County from 1889 to 1893 was fueled by large ranchers brutally targeting suspected rustlers, often small farmers vying for land, livestock, and water resources. The dispute escalated into violent confrontations between ranchers and farmers, ultimately leading to a tense standoff in the Powder River Country.
Johnson County War
A high-stakes conflict erupts in the grasslands, pitting established farmers against newcomers, with three Hammett brothers caught in the middle.