John Dillinger
American gangster and bank robber
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Died
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Activists & Humanitarians
Country
United States
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Gained notoriety during the Great Depression as a bank robber. Led a group known as the Dillinger Gang, which committed a series of robberies across several states in the Midwest. Escaped from jail twice, becoming a symbol of criminality. Captured and shot by FBI agents in 1934.
Led the Dillinger Gang
Robbed several banks and shops
Escaped from jail twice
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