Billy The Kid's Grave NM
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Description: Billy the Kid's grave, located in Fort Sumner, New Mexico, is a significant historical site that draws numerous visitors intrigued by the legend of the infamous outlaw. The grave is situated in the Old Fort Sumner Cemetery, also known as the Fort Sumner Military Cemetery, and is marked by a headstone that has been replaced multiple times due to theft and vandalism. The current headstone, secured with iron bars, bears the inscription "Billy the Kid, Alias William H. Bonney, Pals, Tom O'Folliard, Charlie Bowdre," commemorating the Kid and his close associates. Despite controversies and debates over the exact details of his death and burial, the site remains a poignant symbol of the Wild West era and a testament to the enduring fascination with Billy the Kid's life and legend.