Bandit Collection (#21)

Life of a Burmese Dacoit, he Spends his Youth in Idleness and Enjoyment, Engraving 1890

Life of a Burmese Dacoit, And, with his Companions Eventually Caught, Engraving 1890

Life of a Burmese Dacoit, Tried by an English Officer, Condemned, Engraving 1890

Life of a Burmese Dacoit, he Burns a Village, Engraving 1890

Life of a Burmese Dacoit, but is Pursued by a Squadron of Native Cavalry, Engraving 1890

Life of a Burmese Dacoit, but on Reaching Mans Estate Joins a Band of Dacoits and Cattle Lifters, Engraving 1890

Bandits, this is what you wanted! Political poster, 1919, Illustration by Biro Mihaly
Posters, Hungary - 20th century - Bandits, this is what you wanted! Political poster, 1919. Illustration by Biro Mihaly

U. S. President Woodrow Wilson scolds Mexico over its political unrest. English cartoon, 1913
WILSON & MEXICO, 1913. U.S. President Woodrow Wilson scolds Mexico over its political unrest. English cartoon, 1913

COLORADO: BANDITS, 1877. Sheep raid in Colorado. Line engraving, 1877

NORTH CAROLINA REGULATORS. A gunpowder shipment sent by Governor William Tryon captured by North Carolina Regulators in Cabarras County in May 1771. Wood engraving, 19th century, after Felix O.C

BALLAD OF JESSE JAMES. Linoleum cut, 1927, by John Held, Jr. for the Ballad of Jesse James

Bosnian Bandit in traditional regional costume armed to the back teeth... Date: circa 1910

French highwaymen
A group of French highwaymen take control of a passing carriage, blindfolding the victim and marching him away, with gun against his head. Date: 1899

Songs for a highwayman
Three songs sung by highwaymen: Hurrah for the Road, I ll ask the Sylph who round thee flies and Waving Greenwood Tree. All upbeat and merry, revelling in their life of crime. Date: 1845

Outlaw in the American West
An outlaw in the American West shoots from up on a hill at travellers in the valley below. Date: 1888

French highwayman
A French highwayman surprises a passing coach and horse, shooting the driver a point blank range. Date: c. 1894

Highwaymen in Germany
A carriage is attacked in the woods by a gang of highwaymen in Germany. Chaos ensues. Date: 13th Century

Bulgarian bandit
Portrait of a Pomak bandit, Yako, hanged at Sophia in June 1889. 1889

Vincenzo Cibolla
The Italian brigand, Vicenzo Cibolla who was eventually caught in 1861. 1860s

German highwaymen
A group of mounted highwaymen ride out from the woods to attack a passing convoy of wagons, presumably laden with things that the bandits might like to steal. 14th Century

The bandit, Antonio Gomez Rivera
Antonio Gomez Rivera, El Herrero (The Blacksmith), is flanked by two police officers following his capture in 1908. 1908

Harry Power, Australian bushranger is captured
The Australian bushranger, Harry Power is captured by Superintendents, Nicholson and Hare. 19th Century

Chiavone
The Italian brigand, Chiavone, chief of the robbers. 19th Century

Italian bandits
A family of Italian bandits including a very young child, hide out in a ruined building, hoping that the officers scouring the countryside below, don t discover them. 17th Century

George Sontag, American train robber who was imprisoned in 1894, and pardoned in 1908. Date: 19th Century

Rosolino Pilo
The Sicilian mafia bandit, Rosolino Pilo. 19th Century

William Fredericks
The American stage robber, William Fredericks who was eventually caught and hanged. Date: 19th Century

Charles Bole, American stage robber, known as Black Bart. Date: 19th Century

Bandits attack an express train in America Date: c. 1870

German robbers during the Peasants War
A chaotic scene during the Peasants War showing a group of German robbers, some preparing for their next attack whilst others count the loot from a previous haul. 1530s

John Younger, American train robber
Member of the notorious James-Younger gang, John Younger. 1889

Train robbers in America
Train robbers steal $12000 in New Mexico

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Chris Evans, American train robber, who worked with the Sontag brothers; he was caught and imprisoned in 1894. Date: 19th Century

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Frank Reno, American bandit Date: c. 1866

Grattan Dalton, American train robber, who was killed in a bank raid in 1892 Date: 19th Century

James Whitney seized by a bear while cattle stealing Date: 1680s

John Sontag, American train robber who died in jail in 1893 from wounds inflicted in his last fight. Date: 19th Century

John Brady, American train robber, who worked with Sam Browning and was sentenced to life imprisonment on 27th November 1895. Date: 19th Century

James Whitney is caught by a bear
The highwayman, James Whitney is caught by a bear Date: 17th Century

Greek brigands
A group of Greek brigands attack Lord Muncasters coach party near Athens. 1870

Frank James, American train robber
Member of the notorious James-Younger gang, Frank James, brother of Jesse James. 1910

Traveller attacked during the Thirty Years War
A German bandit attacks a traveller with a bat, while another gang member rushes across with extra supplies including an axe. 17th Century

Ned Kellys armour
Armour belonging to the Irish-Australian bushranger, Ned Kelly, considered by some to be a cold-blooded killer, and by others, a folk hero. 19th Century

James Whitney
The highwayman, James Whitney, attacks Mr Hull, a money-lender on Hounslow Heath, and ties him backwards on his horse. Date: 1694

Bob Younger, American train robber
Member of the notorious James-Younger gang, Bob Younger, photographed two weeks before his death. 1889

Jim Younger, American train robber
Member of the notorious James-Younger gang, Jim Younger. 1889

Samuel Browning, American train robber, who worked with John Brady and was killed during a robbery on 30th March 1895. Date: 19th Century

Anti-bandit campaign in Corsica
Armoured cars and armed guards protect the police and army officers as they scour the countryside around Calcatoggio, during the anti-bandit campaign in Corsica. 1932

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"Legends of Banditry: From Ned Kelly's Last Stand to The Wild Bunch" Step into the thrilling world of bandits and outlaws as we explore their daring escapades throughout history. In the late 19th century, Australia witnessed the infamous Ned Kelly, a bushranger whose last stand became an enduring symbol of rebellion against authority. Across the ocean, in America, another notorious gang emerged - The Wild Bunch. Led by Butch Cassidy, these audacious bank and train robbers struck fear into the hearts of many during their reign in 1901. Salvatore Giuliano, a name that echoes through time as one of Sicily's most enigmatic bandits. His cunning tactics and bold heists left authorities baffled and captivated imaginations alike. Traveling back further in time, we encounter Russell: Stage Robber. With his shotgun pointed menacingly at stagecoaches, this outlaw was depicted by Charles M. Russell with a treasure box as his prize and a fallen messenger left behind. Venturing into New York City's dark underbelly, Jacob Riis captured an alley known as Bandits Roost on Mulberry Street in 1887. A haunting photograph that reveals glimpses of illicit activities lurking within its shadows. No discussion about bandits would be complete without mentioning William H. Bonney or better known as Billy the Kid - an American desperado who wielded his Model Winchester 73 rifle with deadly precision during his short but impactful life. The image of Pancho Villa astride his horse evokes thoughts of revolutionaries turned bandits; a figure both feared and revered for challenging authority in Mexico during tumultuous times. Belle Starr emerges from history as one of few female bandits to carve her own path amidst male-dominated criminal circles in the C19th era – her story shrouded in mystery yet captivating minds till this day.