Lorin Morgan-Richards Presents Biographies of the West
Billy the Kid and the Santa Fe Ring Story
Directed by Lorin Morgan RichardsS8 • E1 Jul 19, 2025
Narrator Lorin Morgan-Richards explores the turbulent life of Billy the Kid and his entanglement with the Santa Fe Ring-a powerful and corrupt group of politicians, lawyers, and businessmen who dominated New Mexico's territorial politics in the late 1800s. The film delves into how Billy the Kid, born William H. Bonney, became a central figure in the Lincoln County War, a violent conflict fueled by the Ring's greed and control over land and law enforcement. Through historical records, colorized photos, and expert narration, the story paints a vivid picture of a young outlaw caught in the crossfire of political corruption and frontier justice.
