The Northfield Tragedy; or, the Robber's Raid by J. H. Hanson
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"The Northfield Tragedy; or, the Robber's Raid" by J. H. Hanson is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The narrative recounts the intricate details leading up to the attempted robbery of the First National Bank in Northfield, Minnesota, by a notorious gang, as well as the ensuing chaos and bravery displayed by the town's citizens. At its core, the story centers around the valiant cashier, who sacrifices his life
during the confrontation with the robbers, and the dramatic pursuit that follows as townspeople seek to bring the criminals to justice. The opening of the book sets the stage for the events that will unfold, detailing the arrival of five suspicious characters in various Minnesota towns, leading up to their presence in Northfield on the day of the robbery. The author introduces the tension that builds as the townspeople notice these individuals and describes their peculiar behavior and audacity. The reader is immediately drawn into the narrative with a mix of foreboding and anticipation, as the robbers prepare to execute their daring plan, ultimately culminating in a bloody attempt to seize wealth, sparking a deadly conflict between them and the determined citizens of Northfield. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Hanson, J. H. (Joseph Have) |
|---|---|
| Title |
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 |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 64.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F590.3: United States local history: The West. Trans-Mississippi Region. Great Plains |
| Subject | Bank robberies -- Minnesota -- Northfield -- History -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 44609 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-44609-7 |
| Release Date | Jan 6, 2014 |
| Last Update | Jun 15, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 601 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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