Monument To The First Train Robbery In The West IA
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Description: The Monument to the First Train Robbery in the West is a significant historical landmark located in Adair County, Iowa. The monument commemorates the infamous train robbery that took place on the night of July 21, 1873, near the town of Adair. This daring heist marked the first train robbery in the western United States and was carried out by the notorious Jesse James and his gang. The monument stands as a testament to this audacious act, symbolizing the wild and lawless era of the American West. It serves as a reminder of the daring exploits of outlaws and the challenges faced by law enforcement during that time period.