The Northfield Tragedy; or, the Robber's Raid A Thrilling Narrative; A history of the remarkable attempt to rob the bank at Northfield, Minnesota; the Cold-Blooded Murder of the Brave Cashier and an Inoffensive Citizen. The Slaying of Two of the Brigands. The Wonderful Robber Hunt and Capture Graphically Described. Biographies of the Victims, the Captors & the Notorious Younger and James Gang of Desperadoes

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In an era marked by lawlessness and the rise of infamous outlaw gangs, "The Northfield Tragedy; or, the Robber's Raid" by J. H. Hanson captures the harrowing events surrounding the audacious attempt to rob the First National Bank in Northfield, Minnesota. This gripping narrative details the cold-blooded murder of a brave cashier and an innocent bystander, alongside the dramatic slaying of two members of the notorious Younger and James Gang. Readers will delve into the thrilling accounts of the robber hunt and capture, enriched by biographies of the victims and their captors. Ideal for historians and civic activists, this document offers a compelling exploration of courage and conflict in a turbulent time, illuminating the human stories behind the headlines.