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Baby Face Nelson
American bank robber (1908–1934)
For the films, see Baby Face Nelson (1957 film) and Baby Face Nelson (1995 film).
Lester Joseph Gillis | |
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Gillis' 1931 mugshot | |
| Born | (1908-12-06)December 6, 1908 Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Died | November 27, 1934(1934-11-27) (aged 25) Wilmette, Illinois, U.S. |
| Cause of death | Gunshot wounds |
| Occupation(s) | Gangster, bank robber |
| Spouse | Helen Gillis (m. 1928) |
| Children | 2 |
| Criminal charge | Accidental shooting; theft; bank robbery; murder; kidnapping; assault with intent to kill |
| Penalty | 1921–1924; 1931–1932 |
Lester Joseph Gillis (December 6, 1908 – November 27, 1934),[1] also known as George Nelson and Baby Face Nelson, was an American bank robber who became a criminal partner of John Dillinger when he helped Dillinger escape from prison in Crown Point, Indiana. Later, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) announced that Nelson a
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Lester Gillis, better known by his infamous moniker "Baby Face Nelson," was a notorious American bank robber and gangster during the early 1930s. With a face that belied his youth, Nelson's criminal exploits and violent nature made him one of the most feared and dangerous criminals of his time. In this blog post, we will delve deeper into the life and criminal career of Baby Face Nelson, exploring his rise to infamy and the legacy he left behind.
Nelson was born on December 6, 1908, in Chicago, Illinois. From an early age, he displayed a propensity for trouble, engaging in petty crimes that eventually escalated into more serious offenses. At just 14 years old, Nelson was already serving time at the State Reformatory in Illinois for robbing gas stations.
It was during his time in prison that Nelson honed his criminal skills and established connections with other notorious gangsters. Upon his release, he became involved with the Dillinger gang, led by the infamous John Dillinger.
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Today is Wednesday, Nov. 27, the 332nd day of 2024. There are 34 days left in the year.
Today in history:
On Nov. 27, 1934, bank robber and “Public Enemy No. 1” Lester Joseph Gillis, better known as George “Baby Face” Nelson, was killed in a gun battle with FBI agents in Barrington, Illinois.
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