Cole Younger

Cole Younger was an American outlaw and Confederate soldier, best known for his involvement with the James-Younger gang during the American Civil War and the subsequent years of lawlessness in the post-war era. His autobiography, "The Story of Cole Younger, by Himself," provides a firsthand account of his life, detailing his experiences in the tumultuous times of the 19th century. Younger’s narrative offers insights into the motivations and events that shaped his life as a notorious figure in American history, reflecting the complexities of loyalty, conflict, and survival in a divided nation.