Famous Gangsters During Great Depression
Your Task: Using two of the following ‘Public Enemies’ (Bonnie and Clyde are considered as one) and their respective sources to write a essay that fully answers the following prompt:
Prompt: During the Great Depression (1929-1939) there were a series of famous gangsters such as John Dillinger, Baby Face Nelson, Bonnie and Clyde, Pretty Boy Floyd, Machine Gun Kelly, John Ashley and Al Capone, committing crimes throughout the United States. This period became known in law enforcement as the Public Enemies Era based on the FBI keeping “Public Enemies” lists of wanted criminals. Below are a list of the criminals and their crimes. Despite their extensive list of criminal behavior and violence, many were and remain beloved by Americans. In your essay you should discuss why they were so beloved. Must provide the context for this period (Great Depression) and if that had an impact on their public persona. Also include a discussion of the changes made in the criminal justice system because of their exploits.
The paper should critically consider the issue/problem and deliver all relevant information. It should also provide a clear thesis statement. The introduction and thesis should appear in your first paragraph. In other words, state what the source says, not what you wished it said or thought it said. You need to state the evidence fairly, even if you think it wrong or offensive. Your paper should use evidence to answer the historical question. Your paper should develop and organize your thoughts clearly and logically. Outlining is necessary, but not required, step in writing a well-organized paper. Your paper should draw a conclusion that addresses the paper’s chief topic or question and that states your answer to the question or your contribution to the topic.
Needs to use footnotes for text citations and your paper needs to have a bibliography page, with the sources you used in your paper.
Make sure to use Primary & Secondary Sources and as well as the chart which are located in the files that are attached.
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Introduction
The Great Depression was among the most severe economic crises in the history of the United States, spanning from 1929 to 1939. It was characterized by significant social and political upheaval, leading to a wave of criminal activity and violence. Notorious gangsters emerged during this time, engaging in audacious acts of robbery, kidnapping, murder, and escape. These individuals were designated as Public Enemies by the FBI and gained infamy for their criminal exploits and clashes with law enforcement agencies. Despite their criminal behavior and brutality, many of these gangsters garnered public admiration due to their charm, bravery, and cunning. This paper examines the reasons behind the folk hero status of two famous Public Enemies, John Dillinger, and Bonnie and Clyde, during the Great Depression. It argues that they symbolized resistance and rebellion against oppressive and corrupt forces while also capitalizing on the prevailing popular culture and media of the era.
Resistance and Rebellion
Many Americans highly regarded John Dillinger and Bonnie and Clyde due to their representation of resistance and rebellion against a corrupt and oppressive system during the Great Depression. Dillinger gained widespread attention for his audacious jailbreaks, such as intimidating guards with a makeshift wooden gun and successfully escaping from an allegedly foolproof prison in Indiana. In