Bonnie Parker

American criminal and bank robber

Bonnie Parker - American criminal and bank robber
Born

October 1st, 1910
114 years ago

Died

May 23rd, 1934
90 years ago — 23 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

United States

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Born in Texas, pursued a life of crime alongside Clyde Barrow. Engaged in a series of bank robberies during the Great Depression, gaining notoriety across the United States. The criminal couple became legendary figures due to their escapades, evading law enforcement multiple times. Documented in numerous books and films, their story symbolizes the romanticized view of outlaws in American culture. Their life of crime ended in a shootout with law enforcement in 1934, leading to their deaths.

Engaged in bank robberies across multiple states

Gained fame as part of the criminal duo Bonnie and Clyde

Inspired numerous films and literary works

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