Billy The Kid

A notorious outlaw who became one of the most iconic characters of the Wild West, Billy the Kid was born Henry McCarty. Billy, who was only 21 years old when his story ended, lived a fast life and died young. He was known for his quick draw and even quicker temper. Due to his hectic life of gunfights, escapes, and cattle rustling, he gained a reputation as a folk hero and a vicious outlaw.

Billy was raised in the lawless areas and experienced the harsh life of a frontier man, negotiating the perilous realm of territorial disputes and range wars. Although his character is still up for debate, his charm and audacity made him a symbol of defiance against authority. Was he a cold-blooded killer or a misunderstood young man?

Billy the Kid's name echoes through Western folklore, songs, and legends, forever etched as a figure who lived on the edge, embodying the wild spirit and lawlessness of the American frontier.