Notorious Outlaws from Missouri: The James-Younger Gang

Famous Missouri Robbers

Missouri produced some of America's most legendary outlaws, centered around the James-Younger Gang:

• Jesse James: Infamous bank/train/stagecoach robber (1860s–70s); folk hero to some.
• Frank James: Jesse's brother; core gang member; participated in major robberies.
• Cole Younger: Key leader; one of most wanted outlaws; captured and imprisoned.
• Bob Younger: Cole's brother; gang member; captured and imprisoned.
• Jim Younger: Youngest brother; fewer robberies; eventually pardoned.

Their exploits defined the "Wild West" outlaw era in the Midwest.