Missouri has always been fascinated with the legend of outlaw Jesse James, but what happened after Jesse was shot may be even more unbelievable.
In a new article for Missouri Life Magazine, writer Ron Soodalter traces the violent chain of revenge that followed Jesse James’ death, including the story of “the man who killed the man who killed the man who killed Jesse James.” It’s a tale filled with betrayal, celebrity, public outrage, and Old West justice.