Question

Why were the years 1878-1881 called the Lincoln County War?

Answer 1

The years 1878-1881 were called the Lincoln Country War because the Lincoln Country coveted nearly one-fifth of the entire territory, so it was the largest territory at that time. The years are called that from the bloody war that took place and altered people’s lives.

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Answer 2

Lincoln County was the largest territory at this time and the war was fought on this territory