Billy the Kid (Charlton Comics)

Billy the Kid was the title of a Western comic book series published by Charlton Comics, primarily during the 1950s and 1960s. The series featured fictionalized adventures of the famous outlaw, William H. Bonney, better known as Billy the Kid.

The Charlton version of Billy the Kid was typically portrayed as a young, handsome gunslinger. Unlike historical accounts, the comic book Billy was often depicted as a more heroic or at least sympathetic figure, frequently fighting against injustice and corruption in the Old West. Stories generally involved gunfights, chases, and conflicts with rival outlaws or corrupt lawmen.

The comic book series ran for numerous issues and featured the work of various writers and artists. The stories often leaned towards formulaic Western tropes, emphasizing action and adventure. While not always historically accurate, the Charlton Comics' Billy the Kid offered readers an escapist take on the Wild West mythos. The series is notable as a relatively long-running Western title from a publisher known for its low-budget approach.