The Dalton Gang at Coffeyville

On October 5, 1892, five outlaws from the Dalton gang attempted a daring double bank robbery in Coffeyville, Kansas, with ambitions of surpassing legendary criminals. Their plans quickly unraveled when a series of unforeseen obstacles led to a fierce ten-minute firefight, resulting in the deaths of several gang members and townspeople. This detailed account uses verified records to examine the true events behind the infamous raid, contrasting the real story with the legendary myth surrounding the Dalton gang and highlighting how local resistance brought their ambitious heist to a tragic end.