Before becoming a notorious train robber in the United States, the Sundance Kid had a different life as a cowboy in Alberta, Canada. This lesser-known chapter of Wild West history reveals a fascinating story of an American outlaw's brief but eventful time in southern Alberta. Harry Longabaugh, the Sundance Kid, spent approximately three years in Alberta during the early 1890s, working as a ranch hand and even opening a saloon. But this wasn't his only life; he was also a criminal, wanted for train robberies in the States. Longabaugh's time in Canada provides a unique insight into the life of an outlaw, and his ability to live a double life, both criminal and respectable, is a captivating aspect of his story. The question remains: what brought the Sundance Kid to Canada? And how did he transition from a cowboy to a criminal? This article explores the lesser-known life of the Sundance Kid, shedding light on his time in Alberta and the mysteries surrounding his life and crimes.
