Discover the fascinating life of Butch Cassidy, the charming outlaw behind daring train robberies. From his upbringing in a Mormon family to his transformation into a notorious criminal, Cassidy's journey is anything but ordinary. Explore the rise of the Wild Bunch gang and their tumultuous adventures, marked by clever heists and the relentless pursuit of lawmen. Unravel the mystery surrounding Cassidy's escape to South America and the rumors of his fate, leaving us to ponder whether he truly vanished or lived quietly among us.
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The Wilcox Train Robbery
In 1899, a Union Pacific train was robbed by the Wild Bunch gang near Wilcox, Wyoming.
The bandits blew up the mail car and escaped with valuables.
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Early Life and Influences
Butch Cassidy, born Robert Leroy Parker, grew up in a Mormon household and worked on ranches as a teen.
He befriended Mike Cassidy, a horse wrangler who taught him illicit skills like changing livestock brands.
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First Robbery and Alias
At 18, Cassidy delivered stolen horses and partnered with Matt Warner in horse racing schemes.
They robbed the San Miguel Valley Bank in Telluride with Tom McCarty, netting $21,000.
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When infamous outlaw Butch Cassidy decides to go straight, he discovers that many powerful men he crossed won’t let bygones be bygones. To have a chance at a new life, he must become someone else entirely. A brief encounter with celebrated singer Jane Touissant offers a glimpse of what might have been, but Butch disappears until their paths converge again in Paris. Despite knowing his true identity, Jane trusts Butch and enlists his protection on her American tour. As they journey together, Butch’s past and Jane’s secrets put them at risk from threats greater than the law, forcing Butch to decide what matters most—his life, his legacy, or the woman he loves.
Leader of the Wild Bunch gang, Butch Cassidy was a legendary American criminal who engineered infamous bank and train robberies across the West in the late 19th century. His charisma and careful planning ensured he eluded capture for years. And when, in 1901, he fled the law to South America with his partner, the Sundance Kid, reports differ as to what exactly became of him….
Could Cassidy have survived, quietly living out the rest of his days back in the United States? What is the real truth about his life? And was Butch Cassidy the kindly gentleman rogue some would have us believe?
This is a Short History Of Butch Cassidy.
A Noiser Production. Written by Nicola Rayner. With thanks to Amy Harmon, author of The Outlaw Noble Salt.
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