John Dillinger, Public Enemy Number One, lived a life of brazen bank robberies and daring escapes, becoming a legend in his own time. But the story of his death is shrouded in mystery and conflicting accounts. This Monday, History’s History’s Greatest Mysteries examines the enigmatic circumstances surrounding Dillinger’s demise.
“The Death of Dillinger” revisits the outlaw’s notorious exploits, scrutinizing the events leading up to that fateful night outside the Biograph Theater in Chicago. Did the FBI really gun down Dillinger, or did someone else take the fall?
The episode will unearth newly released documents, personal journals, and DNA evidence. By presenting diverse perspectives and examining the evidence, the program aims to finally answer the question: What really happened to John Dillinger? Tune in Monday, April 28 at 9:00 PM ET on History to possibly find out.
