Bedlam on the West Virginia Rails: The Last Train Bandit Tells His True Tale

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Set in 1949, the narrative recounts a notorious train robbery orchestrated by Luman "Lu" Ramsdell and his gang in West Virginia. The bandits terrorized nearly 150 passengers, drawing comparisons to legendary outlaws like Jesse James. Their crime spree escalated as they robbed a tavern and engaged in a dramatic police chase, culminating in a shootout near the White House. This gripping account offers a unique perspective on a significant event in American criminal history, showcasing the audacity of the last moving train robbery.