American West - The Johnson County War Flashcards
1
Q
What are vigilantes
A
People who take the law into their own hands
2
Q
What is a territory
A
An area of land that is owned by someone
3
Q
Who is responsible for the whole territory
A
US Marshall
4
Q
What are rules that apply throughout the US. (The laws apply through every state e.g. Immigration law)
A
Federal law
5
Q
What is lynching
A
To kill someone without an actual trial taking place
6
Q
What is a posse
A
Men chosen by the sheriff to enforce the law
