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Clyde's Brutal Prison Transformation
- Clyde Barrow transformed from a nonviolent burglar to a cold-blooded killer after being brutally abused in East Ham Prison Farm.
- He killed his tormentor Ed Crowder, changing his outlook and starting his violent criminal path.
Depression Era Folk Heroes
- The Great Depression fueled public resentment, making Bonnie and Clyde appear as rebellious folk heroes.
- Some Americans saw them as dark Robin Hood figures striking against oppressive systems.
Joplin Raid Revealed Their Faces
- A police raid on Bonnie and Clyde's hideout in Joplin, Missouri exposed their identities through photos found.
- Photos showing Bonnie with weapons greatly increased their notoriety and fueled the press frenzy.