Sheriff John Larn & the Tin Hat Brigade
About this episode
This episode explores the dark life of Sheriff John Larn, a killer and cattle rustler hidden behind a respectable facade.
John Larn had all the appearances of a respectable man. He owned a ranch, married into one of the most powerful families in Shackleford County, and was even elected as Sheriff. But behind the badge, Larn was a cold-blooded killer and cattle rustler who robbed his neighbors blind and murdered anyone who got too close to the truth. Join me today as we examine the life of John Larn. From his mysterious beginnings in Alabama and alleged murders in Colorado and New Mexico, to the infamous Bush Knob Massacre of 1873. We’ll also take a look at his rise through the vigilante group known as the Tin Hat Brigade, and his bloody partnership with John Selman, the gunman who would later kill John Wesley Hardin. Wild West Quiz - https://wildwestquiz.com/ Check out the website! https://www.wildwestextra.com/ Email me! https://www.wildwestextra.com/contact/ Free Newsletter! https://wildwestjosh.substack.com/ Buy Me A Coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/wildwest Join Patreon for ad-free bonus content! https://www.patreon.com/wildwestextra Merch! https://wildwestextramerch.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Host: Wild West Extravaganza
Topics covered
- Sheriff John Larn
- Tin Hat Brigade
- cattle rustling
- vigilante justice
- Wild West history
Keywords
- John Larn
- Tin Hat Brigade
- cattle rustler
- Bush Knob Massacre
- Wild West
Mentioned in this episode
Places: Shackleford County, Alabama, Colorado, New Mexico
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