Sam Bass – Texas’s Beloved Bandit Who Was Admired By The Poor

Ellen Lloyd – AncientPages.com – Though Sam Bass lived outside the law, his reputation as a good man with a generous spirit endured. His kindness and compassion earned him the admiration of Texans, who saw in him a beloved bandit with a heart of gold. Much like the legendary Robin Hood, Sam Bass chose to target only the wealthy, inspiring countless people with his courage and sense of justice.

Sam played hide-and-seek with law enforcement for years, and his wild train robberies gained him glory and admiration across Texas and many other states. His treasure, estimated at about $340 million, is still hidden in Texas. Many treasure hunters have searched for it, but if it exists, it hasn’t been found yet.

Born on July 21, 1851, in Mitchell, Indiana, Sam was an orphan raised by his uncle, who unfortunately refused to provide him with an education. Sam left home at 19, but he didn’t start his criminal career right away.