The 1924 Rondout Train Robbery: The Biggest Heist in U.S. History—And a Modern Political Parallel The 1924 Rondout Train Robbery remains the largest train heist in U.S. history, orchestrated by the infamous Newton Gang—a group of highly skilled outlaws known for their precision, strategic execution, and non-violent approach to crime. The gang made off with $3 million in cash, bonds, …
