Billy the Kid's Great Escape

In this episode, we dive into the thrilling true story of Billy the Kid’s legendary escape from the Lincoln County jail on April 28, 1881. With his execution just days away, the infamous outlaw made a bold move, outwitting his captors and seizing a shotgun to overpower his guard. A deadly shootout followed, leaving two deputies dead as Billy made his dramatic getaway on a stolen horse. But was his escape pure luck, or the calculated work of a criminal mastermind? Join us as we separate fact from myth and uncover the true story behind one of the Wild West’s greatest jailbreaks.

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Billy the Kid's Great Escape: The Legendary Shootout in Lincoln County