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The history of the Lincoln County war and exploring the truth behind the life and origins of Billy the Kid are the focus of this site. [rewrite]
This website explores the true story of Billy the Kid, the notorious outlaw of the American Old West. We invite you to join our explorations and scientifically based historical journey into this historical figure.
Things are quiet these days in the village of Lincoln, New Mexico. In the 1870s, President Rutherford B. Hayes called Lincoln’s main street “the most dangerous street in America.”
Billy the Kid, the infamous American outlaw and gunfighter, was a notorious figure of the Old West, born Henry McCarty (or William H. Bonney) in 1859 and killed by Sheriff Pat Garrett in 1881. He was involved in several crimes, including theft and murder, and is particularly known for his role in the Lincoln County War.
The Lincoln County War was a conflict between competing cattle empires in New Mexico Territory. Billy the Kid played a significant role in the conflict, often siding with the ranchers against the larger cattle companies. He was involved in several murders during this period, including that of Sheriff William Brady.
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Billy the Kid’s death at the young age of 21 solidified his legend as one of the most notorious outlaws of the Old West. His story has been told and retold through countless books, movies, and television shows. He remains a fascinating and controversial figure in American history. [review]
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