The United States marshals of New Mexico & Arizona territories, 1846-1912
by Larry D. Ball
Category: Social Science

This classic history of frontier violence and law enforcement presents a thoroughly researched, well-documented, and entertaining account of the United States marshals in tumultuous territorial New Mexico and Arizona. Included in the story are notable lawmen such as John Pratt, John E. Sherman, and Creighton M. Foraker and legendary gunfighters such as Billy the Kid, "Doc" Holliday, and the Earp Brothers. With detailed accounts of many other lesser-known lawmen and criminals, Ball gives a well-rounded history of the mundane as well as the spectacular incidents in the lives of these federal territorial lawmen.