Historical Events
Jesse James Assassinated
American outlaw Jesse James is shot in the back of the head and killed by fellow gang member Robert Ford at home in St. Joseph, Missouri
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Jesse James (1847-1882)
American outlaw and son of a clergyman, shot dead at 34 by fellow gang member Robert Ford in St. Joseph, Missouri
Died in 1882 1882 Highlights
About April 3, 1882
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 142 years and 25 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Aries
Assassination
Drug Overdose
Gunshot Wound
Murder
Plane Crash
Suicide