Although this criminal, who acted with his brother, would rob banks and trains, he was a favourite of the press of his day. In various journalistic materials he was often presented as the contemporary Robin Hood. It was a fact that he preferred to rob rich people, but it was simply because they had more money.
- Jesse James
- Bill Miner
- Joaquin Murieta
- Jim Reed
Answer
The correct answer is A) Jesse James.
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