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The Lincoln County War was a conflict that took place in Lincoln County, New Mexico, in the late 1870s. It was a feud between rival factions, primarily led by Lawrence Murphy and James Dolan, who controlled the economy and politics of the county. The war involved violence, including gunfights and killings, as well as political and legal battles. It was ultimately a struggle for power and control over resources, particularly land and businesses in the area. The conflict ended with the defeat of Murphy and Dolan's faction, leading to a change in the political landscape of Lincoln County.