Ep. 39 - Elfego Baca: Wild West Hero

Ricky's Historical Tidbits Podcast

You’ve heard of Billy the Kid and Jesse James, but have you ever heard of Elfego Baca? This guy didn’t just survive one of the most insane shootouts in Wild West history—he went on to become a sheriff, a lawyer, and somehow got mixed up with Pancho Villa during the Mexican Revolution. From taking on Texas cowboys to representing revolutionaries and stealing Villa’s prized rifle, Elfego lived a life packed with grit, guts, and plenty of near-death moments. In this episode, we dive into the Frisco War, where Elfego faced down 80 men and survived over 4,000 bullets, the wild jailbreaks, and Elfego’s epic scheme to collect a bounty on his own head. This story has everything—gunfights, revolutions, politics, and even a courtroom drama. So, grab a drink and listen in as we uncover the wild and lesser-known tale of Elfego Baca.

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