298: Robbery Gone Wrong: Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument
National Park After Dark
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Brothers, Betrayal, and Bold Heists
This chapter explores the challenging upbringing of two brothers grappling with abandonment and societal injustice, which ultimately leads one to join a radical labor union while the other wrestles with desperation. The narrative illustrates their evolving thoughts on crime, including romanticized train robberies and notorious figures from the past, highlighting the thrill and moral complexities of seeking a better life. Through vivid anecdotes and reflections, the brothers' intertwined aspirations and familial bonds set the stage for a daring robbery plan that could change their fortunes.
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