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On July 26, 2008, the FBI celebrated its 100th anniversary as an intelligence agency and national security organization and a century of service to the American people. Please explore these pages to learn how a small group of 34 investigators has grown into a cadre of more than 30,000 employees, evolving right along with the changing threats facing our nation. And check out our new 132-page book, The FBI: A Centennial History, 1908-2008. |
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1934: The Year of the Gangster |
FBI History In Depth |
This year marks the 75th anniversary of a pivotal time in FBI history—when we chased down such infamous criminals as John Dillinger and 'Pretty Boy' Floyd. In the coming months we'll spotlight what we're calling "The Year of the Gangster" through stories, photos, videos, and new case details. |
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Origins,
1908-10
Early
Days, 1910-21
Lawless
Years, 1921-33
New
Deal, 1933-39
World War II, 1939-45
Cold
War, 1945-60
Vietnam
era, 1960-72
Watergate
era, 1970s
Global
Crime, 1980s
Cold
War End, 1989-93
Wired
World, 1993-2001
New
Mandate, 2001+ |
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 Bonnie and Clyde Redux
On the morning of May 23, 1934, the infamous crime couple drove down a dusty road in Louisiana straight into an ambush. Story |
 The Lessons of Little Bohemia
In April 1934, a shoot-out with gangsters in the woods of Wisconsin went horribly wrong. Watch Video | Image Gallery |
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