Pat Garrett's Relentless Hunt for the outlaw Billy the Kid

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  • čas přidán 4. 09. 2024
  • Pat Garrett is now the Sheriff of Lincoln County and he’s got one job - to put an end to his old friend, Billy the Kid. And you better believe he wastes no time in starting on the hunt. Aiding him in these efforts are Secret Service Agent Azariah Wild and Texas cattleman investigator Frank Stewart.
    Also discussed in this episode: Barney Mason, the raid on Fort Sumner, Pat Garrett’s confrontation with two Puerto de Luna badmen, his refusal to be arrested, the standoff with an armed mob in Las Vegas, Bob Olinger’s likely affliction, Billy’s escape from the jail in Lincoln, Sheriff Garrett’s immediate reaction, the Kid’s reasons for sticking around Fort Sumner, and more!
    This is the 2nd installment in a series on the life of Pat Garrett. Link to the previous episode below.
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Komentáře • 135

  • @WildWestExtravaganza
    @WildWestExtravaganza  Před rokem +4

    Just out of curiosity, has your opinion of Pat Garrett changed any while listening to this series? Have you learned anything new?

    • @swhip897
      @swhip897 Před rokem +1

      No, I never liked the way he turned on Billy

    • @tims.3950
      @tims.3950 Před rokem +1

      ​@@mikearnold7982 That's my opinion, too. I'm grudging about it but I can't help come to the conclusion that Pat was kind of a sad sack.

    • @Wilson-fm4lg
      @Wilson-fm4lg Před rokem +1

      Na pat was just chasing glory Billy was being Billy pat tried to ride his fame and failed.

    • @NickMeisher
      @NickMeisher Před rokem

      Billy was a thief and a murderer. Nothing to admire here. You wouldn't want him as your neighbor.

    • @Rollin_L
      @Rollin_L Před 11 měsíci +1

      Your work is always first rate, Josh. I don't think Pat Garrett was the devil. He was certainly a smart and cunning man, and his pursuit of the Kid displays a very effective use of the people he knew, his and their knowledge of Billy's habits, and his willingness to shoot first and ask questions later. Maybe the death of Carlyle had an impact, but that was one more killing put on the Kid that was probably not his doing. (I think that posse panicked and shot their own, or they would not have run away without a fight.) In any case, maybe Garrett yelled out "Halt" that night in Fort Sumner, or maybe he just shot the guy in the lead on the assumption it was Billy. Bad luck for Tom Folliard either way. The fact Pat ordered his men to shoot the Kid on sight, just a couple of days later at Stinking Spring tells me he was pretty cold hearted and makes me doubt that he gave Folliard any warning. Just my opinion.
      On the other hand, he willingly protected the Kid and the others from Lynching in Las Vegas, and that meets with other stories that he was willing to fight to see the process done legally. But in the end, I find Garrett to be one who was seeking both money and status, and didn't care who he took out to achieve that. For all his skill set and experience in private life, he was a nobody when chosen to run for Sheriff in 1880. The Kid's testimony to Frank Angel, his testimony in the Dudley inquiry and against the murderers of Huston Chapman display a young man who knew where the bodies were buried among the Santa Fe Ring powerbrokers. I think that record of his intelligence and the threat that represented was at least an equal measure to the desire to snuff him out as any cattle and horse thievery. The Kid understood, per his statements to reporters, that every killing in the County was put on him, and that the public was being made to see him as an animal. Pat Garrett either took the job for the money, the prestige or as a willing player for the Territory Masters. I can't see him any other way. Can't shed a tear over his eventual ending, either. He finally got the receiving end of what he had dished out to the Kid. He trusted the wrong people and was caught unprepared.

  • @iainmelville9411
    @iainmelville9411 Před rokem +10

    This is, yet again, a great series. I’ll be waiting for the next episode. Thanks Josh.

  • @SOBER442011
    @SOBER442011 Před 10 měsíci +3

    Halfway through episode 2 and I definitely have a different view of Pat. Your show is hands down the undisputed world heavyweight champion of western history and the one and only when it comes to deep dives into clarity. Love and appreciate your work.

  • @whatyaworkingontoday5018

    The very best and hands down my favorite history channel! Damn good show!

  • @kn1834
    @kn1834 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Awesome work thank you for such accurate storytelling for us!!

  • @snappers_antique_firearms

    Loved it. So i dont know if i have ever told you. But that Winchester 1873 i have (the one in my post you shared) has a small tie to one of the Regulators that ran with billy. The Regulator Henry Newton brown. Him and 3 other men robbed the bank in Medicine Lodge Kansas. We believe This Winchester belonged to and was with one of the 12 men that chased after the bank robbers. A man name Ned Priest. We even found His initials on the gun. Myself and Garrett from 11 bang bang are gonna make a video eventually. showing all the details and the Evidence. And there's quite a bit of Extremely good evidence.

  • @donaldpease5535
    @donaldpease5535 Před rokem +3

    Thank you Josh!! another great episode, I will certainly look foreword to the next

  • @BBFtB
    @BBFtB Před rokem +3

    Great episode brother. So a little interesting detail about something you mentioned. Pat's daughter Ida was born two months before Billy's escape. At this time, the Garrett's were residing at the Whortley Hotel. In May of 1881, Garrett purchased the hotel from former sheriff John Copeland for $275. The fact that Garrett had a newborn daughter was not previously known until 2019. It was discovered by author David G. Thomas. And yes, Garrett did receive the first $500. He did so in February of 1881.

    • @WildWestExtravaganza
      @WildWestExtravaganza  Před rokem +2

      Thanks for the info! I didn't know that. From what I saw, Ida passed away fairly young. Any idea what the cause of death was?

    • @BBFtB
      @BBFtB Před rokem +2

      @@WildWestExtravaganza Yes sir. She died at the age of 15 from ulcerated tonsillitis.

  • @garyolsavsky4667
    @garyolsavsky4667 Před rokem +1

    Josh ,another no nonsense show on Pat Garrett and the Kid ! I will be waiting for the next show. Good Job.

  • @alexgehring1623
    @alexgehring1623 Před rokem +5

    " well that ties it, I'm going back "
    Kris Kristopherson as the kid.
    Plus that movie has an amazing soundtrack! Thanks to Bob Dylan.

  • @ericcrawford3453
    @ericcrawford3453 Před rokem +2

    Can't wait to listen to this after work today!

    • @lawabernathy9256
      @lawabernathy9256 Před rokem +1

      Im listening to it right now after work 😂😂

    • @ericcrawford3453
      @ericcrawford3453 Před rokem +2

      @@lawabernathy9256 you bastard! Just kidding but you lucky dog.

    • @lawabernathy9256
      @lawabernathy9256 Před rokem +1

      @@ericcrawford3453 lmao. I am a bit of a bastard lmao.

  • @toddchafe1703
    @toddchafe1703 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Amegio...Ollinger was also in the so called posse that killed Tunstal.....fabulous show

  • @sandidavis820
    @sandidavis820 Před rokem +1

    Good morning Josh, glad to wake up to your newest story. Have a great day.

  • @toddchafe1703
    @toddchafe1703 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Your right about Garretts slyness...it seems though that perhaps this may be because of the fedural juristinction of Garretts teritory.why was that? Can it be connected to the Sante fe ring? Friggin fabulous show !👍

  • @jakeroberts7435
    @jakeroberts7435 Před rokem +2

    One of my favorite shoot um ups, loved this movie. A little bit more to it, Billy wasn't a Mason, his opponents were. John W. Poe, Garret, Gov.Wallace, the Santa Fe ring, all of them. The cards were stacked from the get go.

    • @Rollin_L
      @Rollin_L Před 11 měsíci +1

      The west wing of the Lincoln Courthouse Museum (second floor) is still displayed as a Masonic Hall, as it was established by L.G. Murphy.

  • @kennedyrowland3272
    @kennedyrowland3272 Před rokem +2

    LETS GOOO! Thanks for the upload. Gonna be a good day!

  • @richardlincoln8438
    @richardlincoln8438 Před rokem +2

    Keep up the great work. Thank You Josh.

  • @steveneely6475
    @steveneely6475 Před rokem +1

    Good job again sir. I do like your style.

  • @Wilson-fm4lg
    @Wilson-fm4lg Před rokem +2

    Loved it as always josh but this one was a little short like that certain small condition you mentioned but it's always good when is pat and billy

  • @VVershCSIV
    @VVershCSIV Před rokem +2

    Just add some picture changes and you've got me

  • @Sandbarfight
    @Sandbarfight Před rokem +1

    Amazing work brother thank you.

  • @mistyjames810
    @mistyjames810 Před rokem +1

    Really enjoyed this Josh. I've learned even if I know most of the history it's good to hear it from you! 🤘🤠👍

  • @justinsane7128
    @justinsane7128 Před rokem +2

    Knock knock knocking on Heavans Door. Keep the change Bob.

  • @garrettmiller7664
    @garrettmiller7664 Před rokem +1

    Man really love your stuff Spotify listener

  • @nevertoopoortotour.3033
    @nevertoopoortotour.3033 Před 4 měsíci +1

    It would be alot easy if you put #s on a series of 5

  • @docholliday1970
    @docholliday1970 Před rokem +1

    Thanks for sharing !

  • @BeaverSmashing
    @BeaverSmashing Před rokem +1

    Would you be interested in doing an episode on Bill Pidgeon? From what I've read he was part of the Cherokee Bill Gang. My friend stubled onto his gravesite hiking in Utah a few days ago!

  • @swhip897
    @swhip897 Před rokem +1

    Dang Josh I'm busy on Wednesdays 😊
    Gotta listen later.👌

  • @hugiefresh379
    @hugiefresh379 Před 10 měsíci +1

    I read Bob Ollinger, on another custody transport (not Billy) with Pat was eager to kill the prisoner and was constantly goading and drawing on him. Pat grew tired of it ordered Bob to stop it or otherwise he could, "Try me.'

  • @brendanmcdonnell7483
    @brendanmcdonnell7483 Před rokem +1

    Great content very enjoyable as always, by the way what do you all think of Billy the kid series on tv, even though its not accurately correct i thought it was great.

  • @denisethetford9178
    @denisethetford9178 Před rokem +1

    😂Josh... I caught the slip -in 😂

  • @iananderson1901
    @iananderson1901 Před rokem +1

    Great one

  • @rialobran
    @rialobran Před rokem +1

    Another entertaining history lesson

  • @plymouthduster225
    @plymouthduster225 Před rokem +2

    Another great episode Josh. Have you ever listened to CZcams channel All Things Billy The Kid? Also is there any chance on Tom Pickett or Billy Wilson having their own episodes?

    • @WildWestExtravaganza
      @WildWestExtravaganza  Před rokem +1

      I have seen that channel. I did talk a bit about Wilson and Pickett on the Chavez y Chavez episode. Not sure if you heard it yet.

  • @RemyJackson
    @RemyJackson Před 11 měsíci +1

    Had he claimed they had this conversation prior to the death of Tom O'Folliard, I might be inclined to believe it. But the fact it is claimed to have happened after Garrett has killed O'Folliard znd Charlie Bowdre, as well as Billy's escape from Lincoln and killing Bell and Ollinger, I can't see them having a friendly conversation.

  • @phoradio1277
    @phoradio1277 Před rokem +1

    Josh have you read the book "Billy the Kid as I knew him"? Do you recommend it if so?

    • @WildWestExtravaganza
      @WildWestExtravaganza  Před rokem +1

      I've only read excerpts. Stuff like that can be very interesting but it's always hard to know where the truth begins and ends

    • @phoradio1277
      @phoradio1277 Před rokem +1

      @@WildWestExtravaganza I'll track it down and let you know. Honestly I take all that with a grain of salt. Like Earp, he became so famous because there was no one left to tell the truth😂 Great Show as Always Brother I always visit your sponsors😂 🤜🤛

  • @feagal612
    @feagal612 Před rokem +1

    Oooooooh yeaaaaah, cheers pard!

  • @gabrielhuerta9553
    @gabrielhuerta9553 Před rokem +1

    Great video Josh. I
    Just saw a video from Daniel Edwards. He mentioned you guys had an interesting conversation. I would love for you guys to do something together.

  • @aimless6365
    @aimless6365 Před rokem +2

    Hell yeah, what’s up Josh

  • @user-vs1el4vb1q
    @user-vs1el4vb1q Před rokem +2

    I think he was cuz he was out trying to buy the land when he got bushwhacked when he got shot in the back while he had his pecker in his hand taking a piss so Pat Garrett wasn't one of the richest man around so where the hell did he get the money for the land I used to admire Pat Garrett until I found out the way. He took care of Billy the kid didn't even have the gall enough to go face-to-face with him had the bushwhacking in the dark cuz he knew Billy wood gun his ass down in a heartbeat he was faster than Pat and personally I think he was smarter than him too

    • @WildWestExtravaganza
      @WildWestExtravaganza  Před rokem

      You should def listen to the rest of the series as I'll be talking about a lot of that. But Pat wasn't buying land when he was killed. The opposite, in fact. He was definitely broke and trying to sell some land.

  • @jarrhoo
    @jarrhoo Před rokem +1

    We really need a Pete Maxwell episode or 2...kina a hinchpen to a lot of the old west.

  • @ericsimpson1176
    @ericsimpson1176 Před rokem +1

    Another great episode, by the way I am short but have a big wee wee, does that make me a little big man OR a big A hole? Your conclusion on this would be greatly appreciated.

  • @benleake6334
    @benleake6334 Před rokem +2

    So glad I found your channel. Binging like a mofo! Keep 'em coming

  • @middleamerican4673
    @middleamerican4673 Před rokem +1

    Josh. That is not the real Billy the Kid in that thumbnail picture. Lol

  • @user-vs1el4vb1q
    @user-vs1el4vb1q Před rokem +5

    Kind of sounds like you need a Bud light

  • @lawabernathy9256
    @lawabernathy9256 Před rokem +1

    Another amazing wednesday lol.

  • @casteel765
    @casteel765 Před rokem +1

    I feel pat Garrett and Billy the kid were friends.

  • @williamemerson1799
    @williamemerson1799 Před rokem +1

    DAMN YER EYES. Now I gotta watch Young Guns 1 and 2 again.🤪
    👍🍻

  • @whoopwhoop1584
    @whoopwhoop1584 Před rokem +1

    Daggum good job

  • @swhip897
    @swhip897 Před rokem +1

    Gotta believe Billy stayed cause of that pecker thing. 😮
    young men 😊
    Invincible ❤❤

  • @nevertoopoortotour.3033
    @nevertoopoortotour.3033 Před 4 měsíci +1

    I never watched any because i don't have all day to figure out which is which so i gave up

  • @dannysimmons3167
    @dannysimmons3167 Před rokem +2

    Looks like Barney was a might cowardly, and a liar

  • @scottwise4800
    @scottwise4800 Před rokem +1

    He was twenty-one years old. His frontal cortex wasn’t fully developed yet. Above average intelligence or not, he demonstrated a lack of good sense.

  • @user-vs1el4vb1q
    @user-vs1el4vb1q Před rokem +1

    I just look at it this way Pat Garrett got what he deserved in the end he got bushwhacked to he got shot in the back so he died the way he killed Billy the kid by bushwhacking

    • @WildWestExtravaganza
      @WildWestExtravaganza  Před rokem +1

      That's debatable but I'll be discussing that very thing on next week's episode!

  • @UnderestimatedA1
    @UnderestimatedA1 Před rokem +1

    😶‍🌫️

  • @UnderestimatedA1
    @UnderestimatedA1 Před rokem +1

    A1 ,,.,....,,

  • @paulwiggins183
    @paulwiggins183 Před rokem +1

    The worst movie Peckinpah ever made. Be better if you didn't refer to it.

  • @godwarrior3403
    @godwarrior3403 Před rokem +1

    Oh boy. This Garret fellow is gonna be sour when he finds out Billy's been dead a long time

  • @SKIDmarkCLARK
    @SKIDmarkCLARK Před rokem

    😂😂😂😂😂😂 👌🥜

  • @sunnycat69
    @sunnycat69 Před rokem

    Stay woke 👌🏻

  • @johnstanley9719
    @johnstanley9719 Před 3 měsíci

    Billy and Pat barely knew each other. Knew of one another. But weren't buddies like you see in the movies.

  • @Justice4BurreRapes740
    @Justice4BurreRapes740 Před rokem +2

    🤠🍻🍻🍻🥃🥃🥃🥃

  • @rwm4738
    @rwm4738 Před rokem

    No one comes to this channel to to get a woke lecture pal.