Robert Ford
American outlaw (1862-1892) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Robert Newton "Bob" Ford (January 31, 1862 – June 8, 1892) was an American outlaw. He is best known for shooting his gang leader Jesse James in the back of the head and killing him. Ford shot James because Missouri governor Thomas T. Crittenden placed a $10,000 bounty on James.
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Born | Robert Newton Ford (1862-01-31)January 31, 1862 |
Died | June 8, 1892(1892-06-08) (aged 30) |
Occupation(s) | Outlaw; Saloon owner |
Known for | The assassination of Jesse James |
Parent(s) | James Thomas and Mary Bruin Ford |
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