Historical Events tagged with "train robbery"
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Kakori Train Robbery by Revolutionaries
A group of Indian revolutionaries executed a daring train robbery near Kakori, Lucknow, targeting British government funds. Led by prominent independence activists, the operation aimed to raise money for their struggle against colonial rule. Armed with firearms, the revolutionaries successfully stopped the train and collected a significant amount of money before escaping. Their bold action created widespread enthusiasm among the Indian populace, emphasizing the urgent need for independence.
Continue ReadingJesse James Executes First Successful Train Heist
Jesse James and the James-Younger Gang embarked on their first successful train robbery near Adair, Iowa. The gang stopped the train by removing a section of track, causing the locomotive to derail. Afterward, they hoisted a safe from the train, containing nearly $75,000 in cash and bonds, marking a historic moment in the outlaw era of the American Old West. This brazen attack set the stage for future criminal exploits in the region.
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