Josh Randall encounters and is revealed to be a friend of historical figure Pat Garrett (1850-1908), the sheriff best known for doggedly pursuing and finally killing Billy the Kid on July 14, 1881.
Three of the main credited actors all passed away at age 65: Toni Gerry (1926-1991), Walter Sande (1906-1971), and Jean Willes (1923-1989).