The Vigilantes Of Montana - Hardcover

The Vigilantes of Montana is a historical non-fiction book written by Thomas Josiah Dimsdale. It is an account of the Montana Vigilantes, a group of citizens who took the law into their own hands in the late 1800s to combat crime and corruption in the Montana Territory. The book covers the period from 1863 to 1864, when the vigilantes were most active, and provides a detailed description of their actions and the events leading up to their formation. The author also explores the social and political context of the time, including the role of the mining industry in shaping the region's economy and culture. The book is based on first-hand accounts and historical documents, and includes illustrations and photographs to help bring the story to life. Overall, The Vigilantes of Montana is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of the American West and the development of law and order in the United States.Taking his gun he went up town, to the house of a friend--Buz Craven. He borrowed Buz's rifle, without remark, and stood prepared for emergencies. Ater waiting some time, he went down to the butcher's shop which he kept, and saw Plummer frequently; but he always had somebody close beside him, so that, without endangering another man's life, Hank could not fire.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.