The Henry Plummer Case: When the Law Turned Its Guns on the West | Documentary

The Henry Plummer Case: When the Law Turned Its Guns on the West | Documentary In the shadows of 19th-century America's past, Sheriff Henry Plummer was accused of leading a ruthless syndicate called The Innocents to steal $6 million in Montana gold. He met a brutal end at the hands of furious vigilantes on the exact gallows he built—but modern trials suggest this charismatic lawman might have been an innocent scapegoat sacrificed by a power-hungry mob. What are your thoughts on whether Plummer was a monster or an innocent scapegoat? Let us know in the comments below! If you liked this video, hit the subscribe button to join American Ghosts as we continue to uncover the shadows of 19th-century America's past. Until next time, the journey to expose the crimes continues. #truecrimestories #americanhistory #wildwest