Missing the barn by at least 8 Yards

[ChiefAdmin]

It was common practice for many people born in the U.S.in 18th and 19th centuries (and in some other countries too) to have had two middle names.

That was one of several Red Flags that jumped out at me when I started doing research on Billy the Kid.
The "historians" (and quite a few other people "reporting" on his life) apparently didn't think it was important to draw attention to the fact he never was known to have had a middle name - and some still don't; but they are "missing the boat" or the 'side of the barn by at least 8 yards' - to coin a phrase.

In this forum on Billy, the above is just one of many discrepancies about the life of billy which will be brought out into the open for all to see ......or who care to.

Another sore point with many individuals who apparently have sided in with the so-called historians, is what really occurred with regard to the real parents of Billy, which will be highlighted here on TAB - All About Billy forum.

Stayed Tuned,
Chief Admin

UPDATE: This post was edited by the Forum Administrator on August 2, 2026

[rustlerbutt]

Hey Admin!

If this post doesn't get people interested in this forum ......
You're right on target!

rustlerbutt

[MightyRat]

About the two middle names: My grandmother had two middle names so I know what the admin said is true!

[FastDraw]

It was common practice for many people born in the U.S.in 18th and 19th centuries (and in some other countries too) to have had two middle names.

That was one of several Red Flags that jumped out at me when I started doing research on Billy the Kid.
The "historians" (and quite a few other people "reporting" on his life) apparently didn't think it was important to draw attention to the fact he never was known to have had a middle name - and some still don't; but they are "missing the boat" or the 'side of the barn by at least 8 yards' - to coin a phrase.

In this forum on Billy, the above is just one of many discrepancies about the life of billy which will be brought out into the open for all to see ......or who care to.

Another sore point with many individuals who apparently have sided in with the so-called historians, is what really occurred with regard to the real parents of Billy, which will be highlighted here on TAB - All About Billy forum.

Stayed Tuned,
Chief Admin

UPDATE: This post was edited by the Forum Administrator on August 2, 2026

Hey Admin!
Some "heavy" statements here by you! Ever think that maybe you will get some people riled up?
One thing I do know.....you're right about the "discrepancies", they are a lot of things about Billy that could be said on that subject!!!

Kyle

[ChiefAdmin]

Thank you for your comment!

As for maybe some people becoming "riled up" because of what is posted here on TAB - Truth About Billy:
If that occurs, then it is a a strong indication that what has been stated is bothering the very same people who are relentless in spreading misinformation and cover-up of the truth! There is nothing that agitates rabble-rousers more than hitting them with 'truth'.

Truth shall prevail ..... in the long run.

ChiefAdmin for,
TAB - Truth About Billy Forum