this day in the yesteryear: Bank Robber “Baby Face” Nelson Killed in FBI Shootout (1934)

Bank Robber “Baby Face” Nelson Killed in FBI Shootout (1934)

Born Lester Gillis, George “Baby Face” Nelson began his life of crime in his early teens. After a series of auto thefts and bank robberies, Nelson joined the notorious Dillinger gang, which was being pursued by the FBI. Despite his innocent-sounding nickname—given for his youthful appearance and small stature—Nelson hated police and FBI agents and hunted them at every opportunity, a pastime that ultimately led to his undoing. How many times was Nelson shot in his final shootout with FBI agents? More… Discuss

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