Walter Noble Burns person
Summary: Author of 'The Saga of Billy the Kid' that recast the outlaw as 'Robin Hood of the West'.
Completeness: 36/100 Grade F
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cited from Exploring the legend of Billy the Kid (2026)
In-depth article on Billy the Kid's evolving legend, based on historian Jim Smith's chapter in "Unpacking Silver City" (titled "The West in Popular Culture: Silver City and the Enduring Legend of Billy the Kid"). Covers the four phases of the Kid's legend: (1) 1881-1925 — portray…
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Smith, Jim; Desert Exposure staff · 2026 · other · web · details