Robberies Collection

The Wild Bunch
Members of The Wild Bunch in Fort Worth, Texas: sitting (l to r): Harry A Longabaugh, alias the Sundance Kid, Ben Kilpatrick, alias the Tall Texan, Robert Leroy Parker

Highwayman robs a stagecoach (litho)
2654239 Highwayman robs a stagecoach (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures; English, out of copyright

A Train Robbery in Colorado (engraving)
1036341 A Train Robbery in Colorado (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Train Robbery in Colorado)

Highwayman John Cottington robs an army pay wagon on Shotover Hill (engraving)
2654233 Highwayman John Cottington robs an army pay wagon on Shotover Hill (engraving) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Highwayman John Cottington)

The Diamond Robbery (engraving)
1061936 The Diamond Robbery (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Diamond Robbery)

Colonel Jack robbing Mary Smith in Maidenhead Thicket, illustration from the
STC235590 Colonel Jack robbing Mary Smith in Maidenhead Thicket, illustration from the Lives and Adventures of the Most Celebrated Highwaymen and Street Robbers

On the great trade route of Central Asia (litho)
6004966 On the great trade route of Central Asia (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: On the great trade route of Central Asia)

The History of Tom Jones (engraving)
820476 The History of Tom Jones (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tom Jones, book VIII, Ch 10 P)

The Kings Highway (engraving)
1107368 The Kings Highway (engraving) by Dadd, Frank (1851-1929) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Kings Highway)

CRIME / JACK SHEPPARD
Jack Sheppard (1702-1724); English thief; committed almost daily robberies in or near London. Captured through Jonathan Wild. Daring escapes from Newgate prison; hanged. Date: 1724

The Plunger by D H Higgins
Promotional flyer for The Plunger by D. H. Higgins. First produced at the Opera House, Burnley, 5th August and Elephant & Castle Theatre, 2nd October 1893

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

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

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"Unveiling the Thrilling World of Robberies: From The Wild Bunch to Jack Sheppard" Step into a world of daring heists and audacious escapades as we explore the captivating realm of robberies. From infamous outlaws like The Wild Bunch to lesser-known incidents, these historical moments have left an indelible mark on our collective imagination. Delve into the Souvenir of the Tottenham Outrage, a shocking event that shook London in 1909, or experience My Frightful Experience through an intricate engraving that depicts a spine-chilling encounter with robbers. Witness the chaos unfold as a highwayman fearlessly robs a stagecoach in an evocative lithograph. Travel back in time to witness A Train Robbery in Colorado captured vividly through another gripping engraving. Feel your heart race as Highwayman John Cottington brazenly steals from an army pay wagon on Shotover Hill, immortalized forever in yet another striking engraving. Marvel at The Diamond Robbery depicted intricately through engravings that showcase both the brilliance and audacity involved. Colonel Jack's act of robbing Mary Smith in Maidenhead Thicket comes alive before your eyes with an illustration from "The History of Tom Jones. " Embark on a journey along Central Asia's great trade route, where danger lurked at every turn for unsuspecting travelers - beautifully portrayed in a mesmerizing lithograph. Immerse yourself further by exploring scenes from "The Kings Highway, " offering glimpses into treacherous paths fraught with criminal activity. Finally, discover the legendary tale of Jack Sheppard - one of history's most notorious criminals whose exploits continue to captivate audiences even today. Uncover his thrilling adventures and delve deep into CRIME/JACK SHEPPARD's intriguing narrative. Join us as we unravel tales filled with adrenaline-pumping action, cunning strategies, and unexpected twists.