On May 23, 1934, notorious criminals Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow were killed by law enforcement officers in Louisiana. The pair had been linked to a string of robberies, murders, and prison breaks across several states during the early 1930s. A carefully planned ambush brought their crime spree to an end when officers opened fire on their car. News of their deaths quickly spread, and photos of the bullet-riddled vehicle circulated widely. Bonnie and Clyde became part of American folklore, blending fact and legend. Their story has influenced books, films, and music about crime and the Depression era.
