Bill Longley (gunfighter)

Bill Longley
William Preston Longley
Born
William Preston Longley

(1851-10-06)October 6, 1851
Austin County, Texas, U.S.
DiedOctober 11, 1878(1878-10-11) (aged 27)
Giddings, Texas, U.S.
Cause of deathExecution by hanging
Other namesBloody Bill
ConvictionMurder
Criminal penaltyDeath

William Preston Longley (October 6, 1851 – October 11, 1878), also known as Wild Bill Longley, was an American Old West outlaw and gunfighter noted for his ruthless nature, speed with a gun, quick temper, and unpredictable demeanor. He is considered to have been one of the deadliest gunfighters in the Old West.

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