Outlaws

Many don't know the interesting history that surrounds Jesse James lesser-known brother Frank.

There are many notorious outlaws who were a vital part of Missouri's early history.

Jesse James is either a hero or outlaw depending on how you view his history, but he also might have been one of Missouri's most accomplished writers.

There's an original and rare 1882 newspaper that talks about the death of Jesse James in Missouri that had just happened.

Sometimes the most interesting thing is right underneath your feet. That could be said of the Illinois place most susceptible to landslides that is known for its many outlaw caves.

There are few historical figures with a more complicated life than Jesse James. History considers him an outlaw while many in Missouri still consider him a hero to this day. You can take a virtual walk through his real Kearney, Missouri farm to learn more about this controversial man.

I thought I knew everything there was to know about two things: Jesse James and food. I'm apparently wrong about both of those things as there's a claim that the best private dining in Missouri is at a place named after Jesse James assassin. Time to do some Missouri history homework.

They once rode with Jesse James. Now, three of the most notorious outlaws all lie together forever in one Missouri cemetery although they took entirely different roads to get there.

If you'd like one of the most unique day trips you can imagine, there is a cave that Missouri outlaw Jesse James once hid in and you can hike to it.

Almost everyone knows at least part of the legend of Jesse James. But, I doubt many know that there was a movie made about his life that starred his only surviving son. I've found it and you can watch it all.