Bonnot Gang
The Bonnot Gang was a group of French anarchists known for robbing banks. They were credited with being the first to use the getaway car.[1] They also used repeating rifles, which not even the police had.[2] Their crimes were violent—murder, bank robbery and auto theft.[2] They were known for their belief in illegalism, a school of anarchism that promotes crime. The reasoning was the state had no legitimate authority so they could break any laws they wished. The gang was named after its leader, Jules Bonnot. They were very famous at the time (1911-1912) and have been made into legends through books, television, movies, etc. throughout France and other countries.
Bonnot Gang Media
Illustration of the robbery of Société Générale Bank in Chantilly on 25 March 1912
Jules Bonnot, shot dead by law enforcement officers in France
Octave Garnier, executed by firearm
Raymond Callemin, executed by guillotine
Étienne Monier, executed by guillotine
André Soudy, executed by guillotine
