This bank safe was once housed inside the Ocobock Bank in Corydon, Iowa. On June 3, 1871, the bank was robbed by Jesse James and other members of the James-Younger Gang. The gang left the bank with over $5,200. Content can be used with the following standards: SS-U.S. 9-12.23 Iowans Influence U.S. History in a lesson on Jesse James in Iowa. For any use other than instructional resources, please check with the organization that owns this item regarding copyright restrictions.
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