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Jim Younger, American train robber
Member of the notorious James-Younger gang, Jim Younger.
1889
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In this striking photograph, taken in 1889, the notorious American train robber Jim Younger poses defiantly for the camera. Born in 1848 in Missouri, Younger was a member of the notorious James-Younger gang, one of the most infamous bands of train robbers and bank robbers in the late 19th century. The gang, which also included his brothers Cole and Bob Younger, as well as Frank and Jesse James, became notorious for their audacious raids on Union Pacific and Missouri Pacific Railroad trains. The James-Younger gang operated primarily in the Midwest and the South during the 1860s and 1870s, often targeting trains carrying large sums of money. They were known for their meticulous planning and their ability to evade capture, making them a constant thorn in the side of law enforcement agencies. In this photograph, Jim Younger wears a confident expression, his eyes meeting the camera with a steely gaze. He is dressed in a dark suit and a white shirt, his hands resting casually in his lap. The background is blurred, drawing the viewer's attention to the subject's face and demeanor. Despite their successes, the James-Younger gang eventually met their demise. In 1874, they were cornered in a cabin in Missouri and surrounded by a large posse. In the ensuing shootout, several members of the gang were killed or captured, including Jim Younger. He was eventually sentenced to 10 years in prison, but was pardoned in 1893. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the life of a notorious outlaw, capturing the essence of the American West and the allure of the criminal underworld during the late 19th century. Jim Younger's defiant pose and steely gaze serve as a reminder of the danger and excitement that marked the lives of the James-Younger gang and their ilk.
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