Killing Rampage of Billy The Kid
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Billy the Kid (1859-1881)
American frontier outlaw and gunfighter of the Wild West, born in New York City
1859 Highlights
About November 23, 1859
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 164 years, 7 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Sagittarius