John Dillinger

John's Birth

Jun 22, 1903

John Herbert Dillinger was born in Indianapolis, IN.

Dillinger's Timeline

Period: Jun 22, 1903 to Jul 22, 1934

This is a timeline of John Dillinger's life.

The Navy

Jul 23, 1923

After stealing a car, John decided to join the United States Navy because he felt he could not go home.

Discharge

Dec 23, 1923

After working on the U.S.S. Utah for about five months, Dillinger was dishonorably discharged after jumping ship.

First Robbery

Jul 20, 1924

Dillinger robbed his first grocery store and was jailed after being caught.

Divorce

Jun 20, 1929

Dillinger's wife, Beryl, could not handle the separation while he was in jail. She decided to divorce him two days before his birthday. He was heartbroken.

Parole

May 4, 1933

While on parole for his step-mothers death, he began a string of robberies. At this time, he put his plan into motion to break out of prison.

"Dillinger Gang"

Dec 30, 1933

The gang committed several Midwest bank robberies.

The Escape

Mar 3, 1934

Dillinger escaped Crown Point Prison, which was deemed inescapable.

Final Robbery

Jun 30, 1934

John Dillinger robbed his last bank.

Death

Jul 22, 1934

Dillinger was shot outside the Biograph Theater in Chicago, IL. The fatal shot entered at the base of his neck and came out below his right eye.