They began robbing trains, banks, and stagecoaches. They stole an estimated $200,000 in their career. They were also responsible for the murder of countless people that stood in their way. Until the robbing of the Gallatin Bank, where Jesse murdered a bank teller, the gang had no price on their head. But after that, they were wanted dead or alive until the end of their careers.
It is essential that people know about the life of Jesse James. Not only because he is a historical figure, but also because of his important impact on the pride of southern confederates. He well depicts the image of Old West outlaws. His life is also an epic tale of loss, hard times, and incredibly good fortune.
The murder of the bank teller in Gallatin Missouri is …show more content…
“Jesse thought the Ford brothers were the last two people he could trust. So in March the outlaw invited Bob and Charlie Ford to move into his new home in St. Joseph. The Fords said yes -- and waited for their chance to strike. They knew they couldn't do anything while Jesse was armed; he'd get the drop on them for sure. So they watched and waited until finally, on April 3, Jesse was moving in and out of his house and got so hot that he took off his coat. Afraid of being spotted with his pistols, he removed them as well. Then Jesse stepped on a chair in his living room and reached forward to dust a picture. Bob and Charlie drew their weapons, and Bob put a bullet in the back of Jesse's brain.” (American Experience) Later, the Ford brothers were convicted of murder in the first degree, but were