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    Society has always secretly rooted for “The Outlaw”. Whether it be in a book or a movie, we are drawn to the danger in the bad guys. What exactly does it take to be considered an outlaw in American society though? A person who does things because they think they are doing something to better humans, they are trying to protect themselves, and they are trying to get revenge on someone who did them wrong. People are so drawn to our outlaws because it gives us a thrill to watch someone do something we

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    Contemporary Outlaws Today’s modern outlaws are closely similar to the outlaws in western movies. They take from the powerful groups in the community and give to the needy. Today’s outlaws are following in the similar steps but, in a digital world. The digital world is now the modern Wild West because it’s a new frontier that keeps growing without control, and laws are still being set in place so everyone online is free to do as they wish until a law has been set in place. The modern outlaws I will be

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    Within society there are outlaws, although as time changes so does the definition of the outlaw. Some outlaws are born into that criteria while others had the choice whether to be a good samaritan or choose the outlaw trait. Some artists write their experiences of being an outlaw in there songs while some see this being a bad thing, because it may influence crime, while on the other hand some see this as a way to get their voice heard, sharing some real life experiences. In this paper I will argue

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    The American west was filled with uncertainty and danger at every turn. Outlaws caused panic and instilled a sense of fear in the people of America. Two of the most prominent outlaws in American history are none other than Jesse James and Henry McCarthy. Outlaws have a lasting legacy that is used for inspiration and entertainment even today. Jesse Woodson James is perhaps one of the most talked about outlaw of the American west. Born on September 5, 1847 in Clay Country, Missouri James created

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    The Outlaws are a Motorcycle Club born in a tiny bar in Illinois many years back. They were notorious for being the “Robin Hood” of organized crimes in the 1960’s and 70’s. Known to be defiant to law and true to their word, but most importantly they are part of my family. Men known to be “fast-driving and hard living” are also the same men who I call grandpa, uncles, and cousins. The same rough men who took me to church every Sunday and never forgot a birthday. As it goes for many motorcycle affiliations

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    The Wild West lasted throughout the 1800’s. It is what most people think about when they think of American. Many famous people came out of the Wild West. Most of them were outlaws. The infamous outlaw of the west known as Billy the Kid was born in a poor Irish neighborhood on New York City’s East side (A). Before he died at the age of 21, he killed 27 people (A). Billy’s original name was Henry McCarty (A). At about 1865, Billy and his brother traveled to Indiana with their mother and step-father

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    In The Outlaw Josey Wales, produced by Robert Daley and directed by Clint Eastwood, horses play a prominent role in determining the fate of Josey Wales. Often, they help Josey escape from danger or allow him to acquire an advantage over his enemies. Because the horse symbolizes the material world and the rider represents the spirit, horses in this film help reveal the humanity within Josey. They illustrate Josey’s willingness to alter his character and become a better person. The relationship

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    Outlaw motorcycle gangs in australia https://c479107.ssl.cf2.rackcdn.com/files/10980/width668/y6ccv75q-1337748850.jpg By Brooke Larkins Year 11 2012 http://s1.aecdn.com/images/news/outlaw-motorcycle-gangs-live-hard-die-free-14383_23.jpg ‘Bikie gangs are like any other organisation or club. There are criminals in all walks of life’ Almost 40 motorcycle clubs are linked to criminal activities. These are referred to as outlaw motorcycle gangs. ‘Outlaw’ is not a legal definition; it rather

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    Basic information The Outlaw Josey Wales, (1976) Country: USA Director: Clint Eastwood Key actors: Clint Eastwood, Chief Dan George, Sondra Locke, and Bill McKinney 2. The American Western cinema traditions most seen at work in this film are the wide, open natural scenes and face to face gun battles. In this film Josey Wales Is the ultimate gunmen that fights for the common good. Although it may seem that he is a criminal because he easily defeats all of his enemies, he always has a reason as to

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    Outlaw Motorcycle Gangs roots began post World War II. These gangs have been classified as an organized crime affiliate due to the ongoing illegal activities they engage in for profit. I chose this topic because I have always been interested in these groups coincidentally, people I know through the military surprisingly have ties to biker gangs, despite the fact it is not authorized. Furthermore, a number of members are veterans, which makes sense due to a lot of these “clubs” establishing during

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