Charles Pearce

Charles Pearce was a 19th-century American criminal known for his skilled work as an infamously persistent and resourceful forger, counterfeiter, and safecracker. Operating primarily in the southeastern United States, he evaded capture for years due to his clever techniques and ability to adapt. Pearce’s criminal activities contributed to his notoriety during that era, highlighting issues related to crime and law enforcement in the post-Civil War period. His story is often studied in criminal history for insights into the methods and persistence of professional criminals of that time.