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Today in History: First U.S Train Robbery (1866)

On this day, 146 years ago, the Reno Gang carried out the very first moving train robbery in the United States. To close Lomography's "Break the Lock" challenge, we bring you a tale of crime innovation in this installment of Today in History.

October 06, 2012 1 like
Belle Starr: The Bandit Queen

Belle Starr was an American outlaw known as the Bandit Queen. As a child, she excelled in several subjects but as she grew older, she fell into the wrong crowd and led a life of crime. Learn more about her story after the break.

February 09, 2012 1 comment 8 likes
The Firm: Documentary Photographs of British Organized Crime World

UK-based photographer, Jocelyn Bain Hogg's documentary photos of of gangsters from South London is on currently on display. The intense series of photos takes viewers in to the private underworld of British organized crime. Read more.

January 02, 2012 1 comment 9 likes
By the Decade: 1960's Mugshots

Mugshots of criminals were taken as early as the 1870's. Its purpose is for the authorities to have a record of the offender so that victims can easily identify them. Typically, mugshots have two parts -- one front-view and one side-view of the person. Let's take a look at some mugshots that were taken in the 1960's.

November 22, 2011 1 comment 6 likes
Rock down to Electric Avenue

If you want to experience one of London’s most vibrant and ethnically diverse areas jump onto the Victoria line, head to Brixton and rock down to Electric Avenue.

March 15, 2011 5 comments 6 likes