John Dillinger's Shoot Out in St. Paul Apartments!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 7 ต.ค. 2024
- Jeff visits the Lincoln Court Apartments in St. Paul, Minnesota where on March 31, 1934 bank robber John Dillinger had a shoot out with federal agents and a local police officer. Dillinger had just busted out of the prison at Crown Point, Indiana and made his way to the Twin Cities where crime was flourishing.
He escaped the building and eventually made his way to Little Bohemia Lodge in Wisconsin where yet another shoot-out occurred.
Then in July, Dillinger was gunned down in the streets of Chicago, Illinois.
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Dillinger going toe to toe with FBI agents to his demise. I like the trip upstairs as you were winded when hitting the top. I love the realism, Jeff.
Another great video, Jeff!! The newspaper story about the reclusive widow who died in poverty but had an estate worth $240,000 really caught my attention. That would be over $5,000,000.
It is great to see you branching out to the farther corners of the USA to feature such amazing historical events. You actually reported from inside the apartment building where Dillinger stayed and had a shootout! Wow!!
It was a thrill to be there! Can you imagine what the tenants in that place were doing? Ducking for cover?
Thanks for all of the locations that help to round out the story. Everyone knows about Dillinger's demise at the theater, but your efforts in photos, documents, and places make a book out of a front page headline. Bravo!
Dillinger’s right hand man was Homer Van Meter. According to my mother, she was a 2nd cousin of Van Meter. She met him once, and rode in her uncle’s car to Chicago to pick him up and bring him to Ft. Wayne. At the time, she had no idea he was wanted by the FBI, and knew nothing about his connection to Dillinger. I was never able to confirm any of this, but my mom told me that story, then never mentioned it again. Van Meter is buried at Lindenwood Cemetery in Ft. Wayne.
He was shot to death by the St. Paul police at University and Rice St
I’m an historian and always like delving into the dirty 30’s. Public Enemies is one of my favorite movies.
Jimmy Caknee and Boogie
Way over the top with the cop killing but yeah it is a film .
@@jamescorlett5272 Well Baby Face Nelson still holds the record for most federal agents killed which is 26.
@zcam1969 26 dead on the spot but your forgetting the law men who went on to meet their maker years after just taking a look at Baby Faces mugshot .
Was the guy that let you in aware of the history of where he lived? Great video Jeff!
Yes he knew about it!!
Yet again, Perfect timing. Anything Dillinger era is interesting! Thanks for taking us along sir and To all fellow vets. Past and present. Bless you all on the Memorial Day weekend.
Jeff would you fufill my suggestion by visiting the grave of John philip sousa please and you are the sweetest kindest most special guy on youtube♥️♥️
I love all your History stories
I appreciate that, Damon and thank you for letting me know!!
husband speaking age 81 Not quite old enough to have lived through those exciting times. This was an interesting little peak into a small
chapter of his life - his last few months and his girl friend was lucky to have survived. Coffee and Jeff in the morning - raining now in Everett, Wa.
Too bad it’s raining on you. We are on day 2 of seeing sunny Yosemite! Thanks for watching this video with us!
My mother was 5 years old and living in St Paul at the time of this incident. Thanks again for a great eoisode of history. Learning about crime history has become a new interest for us!
Another great history lesson. Thanks Jeff and Sarah. I was kind of shocked when you showed his car sitting out in the elements, along with that other one.
Born and lived in and worked in Chicago all my life. I find any Dillinger, Capone or other gangster stories from the 20's and 30's fascinating . That building in St Paul is nicely maintained love where those old transom windows were above the doors on each unit. Nicely done Jeff.
Great comments! Thanks!
That was so interesting. Well, he certainly achieved his ambitions. Thank you for all your research, your on the scenes reporting, and attention to details, Jeff... another A+ episode.🏡🙏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
My grandfather saw Dillinger rob a bank in Sioux Falls, SD. He was walking near the bank and saw them pull and go. Grandpa went across the street and waited to see what would happen... they robbed the bank and made a successful getaway.
Jeff, this was an excellent docu, yet again! Well done!!! I love St. Paul, it's a beautiful town. I had no idea about this story. But then, being a native Californian, why would I? lol
Looking forward to next weeks adventure with Jeff!
Watching your videos adds to my bucket list. The shoot out coverage, seeing inside where it took place, this story was informative, educational, and very intriguing. Well rounded story that keeps people that love history enrapture. Again Jeff, super work, thanks for the video.
I thank you very much for those nice and generous words! I think this location was perfect for my audience and I hope everyone watches!
REALLY NEAT! THANK YOU SO MUCH. KEEP IT COMING!!!
Thank you! Will do!
For some reason, I assumed JD was a lot older than he was when he was 'active' (born in 1903).
I frequently drive north on Lexington home to avoid the freeway traffic, and seeing that old apartment and recalling its history always gives me a smile.
Great video.
Dillinger certainly looked a lot older than he really was. I think that’s true of many folks back then. I look at my parent’s yearbook and think to myself, these teenagers look 25 years old! lol
Glad you appreciate the history up there in Minnesota! Such a lovely state!
Outstanding episode!
Thank you 🙏
Dillinger has always been fascinating to me.Thanks for this cool story and places!
Another great video, thank you Jeff! As you eluded to, I have never understood how criminals of the era were so often able to shoot it out with arrest teams and escape. Nowadays attempting such would be simple suicide. I'm not entirely sure what has changed. Law enforcement back then certainly had guns, and I presume knew they should cover the back of buildings?
You did an outstanding job researching this episode. You always make your topics so interesting and entertaining. Thank you ❤
Thank you so much! It’s a labor of love for me (Jeff).
Thank you Jeff for this presentation on Dillinger's life and death. I didn't know that information about the apartment.
Thanks, Cameron! I appreciate the nice review!
Nailed it Jeff! Better than 60 minutes! Bravo-Well Done!
Wow, what a great video, taking us directly into history! I’ve seen documentaries take you to the theater where he was killed but never his apartment and the circumstances that happened there. Great job. Thank you so much!
Enjoyable episode! How nice you could get into the apartment building! A long time ago I saw the 1973 movie Dillinger. It starred Warren Oates and Michelle Phillips. Michelle was one of 4 singers in the 1960’s folk-rock band The Mamas and the Papas (California Dreaming, Monday Monday). After the group disbanded she became an actress. The car you showed (or one like it) was used in the movie and in publicity photos. Thank you, Jeff, well done!
Wow! I didn't know the history. Another good one, Jeff! Cheers 🍻
WOW, Jeff!!!! This was fantastic!!! I’m so glad to see you this evening in here. You just have the gift and talent to take us right there with you. I wasn’t aware of Dillinger’s background at all. Thank you, Jeff!!! Say hello to Sarah and your handsome son for me!❤❤❤
Howdy! Grew up around these types of apartment buildings. Many had multiple stairwells and entrances/exits. Some you could get lost in. Great video!
Awesome video Jeff 👏 You really bring history to life!
my uncle's uncle was Martin Zarkovich, East Chicago police sergeant. He allegedly assassinated Dillinger, but it was actually a look-alike Jimmy Lawrence. Zarkovich gave Dillinger the gun at Crown Point jail. Zarkovich ended up being chef of police. My grandfather was friends with Dillinger and his gang hung out in his store in East Chicago. check out the book the Dillinger Dossier by Jay Robert Nash
Wow! What a life he led. Glad to see the building is still there and being used. The houses in that area are beautiful!
Thank you for the history!
The building doesn’t look over 100 years old but it is!
I appreciate the fact that you and Sarah were there on a sad voyage of Good-bye, and made that trip one of discovery to soften the sadness.
Been catching up with you. Watching past post. Love how you weave it all together. My step dad was a bouncer at a speak easy in Lockport, IL. Took me there later in life. I do wonder whatever happened to the kid with the shotgun. Would've been cool to hear his thoughts. Reward possibly or just felt duty bound.😊
Thanks for sharing, Jeff and Sarah
This was a great episode! It’s amazing the neighborhood looks so good. Even more so that the apartment building is still standing and in use. Shocked that those old cars are parked outside and not in a museum.
Have a great Memorial Day Weekend!
Great episode, Jeff! Thanks as always!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Very interesting thanks for sharing
We often hear of the gun fights in the old West, but few ever hear or even think about gunfights in the 20th century.. Thanks for telling the story of a modern gun battle.
I don’t understand how anyone can engage in a gunfight. It’s a such a risky outcome. 🥺
@@jbenziggy True, but many people get into gun fights, however
Thanks for sharing this piece of history
Our pleasure! Thanks for watching, David!
Thank you so much for having a video about my neck of the woods! I grew up not too far from where the filming was done in a big victory in the house. I loved every minute of living there! A great video with great and detailed details.
Thank you Jeff. Another great history lesson. John Dillinger led quite a life. I enjoy your videos very much. They are so informative and a lot of fun to watch. Until next time, take care my friend. Have a wonderful weekend. Happy Memorial Day weekend. Prayers to our real heroes. 🙏🏻 God Bless our men and women in the military both serving now and in the past.🇺🇸
Jeff , wonderful documentary , Thank´s
Loved the video, Jeff! You do a great job! That era in the 30’s is really interesting.
...and just when you think you've heard it all. Thanks to both you and Sara for this piece of history generally overlooked.
Born and raised in Minnesota. Moved to California when I turned 18. I am really loving your Minnesota series. Keep up the good work man! You still need that PBS show.
PBS … hello …. I’m waiting … pick up, pick up? Leave a message? Don’t call us? We’ll call you? What? lol
Another great video. Thank you for sharing.
Another great video. Going through the back story of history is fascinating.
Thank you, Jeff & and Sarah, for taking us on your journey.
This sure was interesting. I have heard about this but I didn't know exactly how it happened. I am glad that I got to see this. Love this channel ❤️ 💕
I love hearing about anything from before I was born in July of 1962.
And growing up in a rural town I never heard to much in school about the outlaws, unless it had to do with a president.
Thank you Jeff and Sarah for doing the research & traveling to bring this to your viewers.
Have a wonderful father's if im no online that day.
I'm gonna try to go to the cemetery to visit my dad, if I can find a ride.
Makes me wonder! Another Awesome history brought to light Thanks for sharing Jeff
Been a fan for a long time especially the old school gangster stuff keep up the great work and I’ll support every chance I get!
Thanks Jeff for a very interesting video. It's nice to see you in the Midwest for a change.
Thank you Jeff for this episode of History on John Dillinger. Very informative and interesting. Love all you do. Thanks for sharing.
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I appreciate the feedback! Terry, I think this will be one of my favorite shorter videos!
Wow! One of your most interesting videos so far. Thanks for sharing those locations with us and for doing all that research!
So glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!!!
Fascinating-I never new this. And the building is still used today! Wow!
I'm wondering how many of the residents know the history of the building. And can you imagine who resides in 303?!
@@alanatolstad4824 Yeah. We talked about that. Crazy!
Very informative, and I liked the follow up on the different people
Another super intriguing episode Jeff! Thank you so much, -Nina.
Thanks so much, Nina. Hope you are enjoying our channel!!!
You need to come to Newhall California. Do an episode of Gene Vincent. His grave is here and many others. Plus the actor William S Hart Mansion is next over and Charlie Chaplin, Gene Autry artifacts at the haunted Saugus Train Station located in the William S Hart park!!
I spent many weeks and months in and around Wabasha when I was still trucking as we were working on rebuilding the river road through there. Worked out of the pit by the Dairy Queen. I always had the feeling a lot of history had occured there. Had no idea at all about the cave speak easy. But not surprised. I wonder why suddenly so many violent crimes should have begun in the early 20th Century? I've heard it argued it began shortly following the Civil War and WWI. Civil War being the beginning of mechanized warfare, but WWI perfecting such killing methods. And Dillinger was no veteran, no "Lost Boy"... although very lost indeed. Capone? Baby Face Nelson? Bonny and Clyde? Etc., etc.... Thanks again for such a great repotage, brother! God bless you.
Thanks for bringing up interesting history of famous people I’ve heard of but never knew much about them.
GREAT historical documentary, Jeff!
I truly enjoy ur videos!! Great job!!
Thank you so much, Joyce! I appreciate the nice compliment!
Very interesting, thank you for going to the location and giving us a vicarious rundown on the events. I lived it. ❤👍
You have paid me a great compliment and I thank you!
Thank You
Excellent detective work on your part Jeff... I never get tired of looking back into the past... Best wishes and ..................... Cheers!
Thanks, you too!
“Minnesota nice” is a real thing, not at all surprised that guy let you in to see the apartment. Congrats on getting out of there before mosquito season.
Oh my goodness! Mosquitoes were heard are so bad it is the state bird! LOL
Lots of good research Jeff. Your editing and video format are excellent. St Paul's best days are in the past
Much appreciated! Thanks, John!
I know about the shooting at the Biograph Theatre, but didn’t know about this one at the apt. Building. Great video.
Very interesting story Jeff, I really enjoyed learning some things I didn’t know about Dillinger
He robbed 4 Police Stations? WOW! Great video as usual Jeff. I appreciate your efforts on all of these historical videos!
I live 20 minutes from Dillingers grave and 45 minutes from Mooresville, Indiana. Dillinger is still mentioned even in today's era. Great video as always Jeff.
Thanks
Jeff, Greenfield, Indiana
Great episode Jeff. Thanks
Great Vlog Jeff, I've always been Fascinated by the Outlaws of the early 1930's...Baby Face, Pretty Boy, and Particularly John Dillinger.👍
Great bit of history found and shared Loved it Jeff Thankyou
Knowledge the facts is one thing, but these videos bring history to life.
Thank you, Carolyn!
Great history! Thanks so much for sharing .
Our pleasure! Thank you!!!
enjoy your videos...History is fascinating, no matter what the topic is. Thank you for sharing...
Our pleasure! Thanks!!
I always enjoy your videos, very informative and well planned. Thank you for doing your homework about the subject! I grew up in Long beach, Indiana suburb of Michigan city. The Indiana Federal penetentiary was located there where Dillinger was being held. That is the prison you mentioned he escaped from in this episode.
i was told wrong ,Dillinger was paroled from Mich.City in 1933,but he had guns smuggled in and several other inmates escaped after he was paroled because he had done that.
Wow, but things that went on back in the day! It was a corrupt society then as well! Thanks for the video Jeff, I look forward to next week as well.
Thank you for another interesting piece of History Jeff. I really enjoy your investigations & all the Hard Work you put into your videos
Looking forward to more of History Hunters while you're back East ❤
Wow another great episode, never knew all of that thank you for sharing. 👍
This video was AWESOME Jeff ! THANK you for this one ( it's different type of video but awesome ) THANK YOU FRANK FROM MONTANA......
I appreciate you saying it was awesome! I try to be different when I can and cover places few have featured!
Another great video. So cool you got to go upstairs.
As always, I think it was very well done and I enjoyed it. Thank you.
Great history lesson: I enjoyed your video very much. Did the gentleman that let you in know the Dillinger history of the building? I'm also wondering if the currents residents of room 303 know they are living in a historic room.
Loved this one Jeff..actually a nice neighborhood and apartment building in MN there..as always much love to You and Sarah!!
Hey , thanks for another great episode.
Thanx again !
Our pleasure! Thank you, Red!!
Great vid Jeff ! Cheers ! 👍🙏
Glad you enjoyed it
Hello Jeff, Happy Sunday, and thanks for sharing this interesting story about John Dillinger. Have a wonderful day.
Thanks, you too!
Great show. I grew up a few blocks from here and you told very accurate story. I like and subscribe.
Hey thanks, Brad! We appreciate you watching and subscribing!
you are a great storyteller Jeff! thanks for the video.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Interesting stuff as always Jeff...Thanks for sharing!!!!
Thanks for watching!
Very interesting! I never knew this story. thank you for bringing it to us.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Excellent video, thank you!
JEFF , while in WABASHA you should have done a video on " grumpy old men and grumpier old men " LOL. again awesome video my friend. Frank from Montana.......
Really enjoyed this video. I learned a few things. Thanks.
Glad to hear it! Thanks!!!
I enjoyed the sidebar regarding the Wabasha Street caves ..thanks Jeff!
Great episode... thanks
Loved this video, thanks Jeff!!
My pleasure! Thanks, Phil!!!