In this episode of Waywut, we dig into one of the wildest and most overlooked conflicts in American frontier history: The San Elizario Salt War of the 1800s.
What began as a community resource dispute in West Texas turned into a violent land grab involving corrupt lawyers, shady judges, and vigilante justice. And yes—people were literally killed over salt.
We also kick things off with a rant about conflict, bad tempers, and why not everyone should carry a weapon—even if it's legal. It's not about taking away guns. It's about knowing your limits.
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If you like weird true stories, forgotten history, or tales from the lawless frontier—this one's for you.
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