In this episode, we dive deep into the riveting story of the James-Younger Gang, a band of Civil War guerillas turned infamous outlaws. Born out of the chaos of Missouri’s border conflicts, Jesse and Frank James, along with the Younger brothers, rose to infamy with daring heists and brutal violence.
From their first bank robbery in Liberty, Missouri, to pioneering the audacious robbery of a moving train, their exploits left a trail of blood, stolen fortunes, and shattered lives across eleven states. To some, they were ruthless criminals. To others, they were Southern folk heroes, defying Union authority in the aftermath of the Civil War.
But their reign of terror ended in Northfield, Minnesota, when an ordinary town fought back. A failed robbery, a fierce gunfight, and a relentless manhunt brought the gang to its knees. While the Younger brothers faced justice, Jesse James’s downfall came from the ultimate betrayal—murdered by a trusted ally.
Join us as we explore their meteoric rise, their dramatic fall, and the enduring legend of America’s most notorious outlaws. What drove their lives of crime, and how did it all end so tragically? Watch now to uncover the truth.
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