When did the Kelly Gang form?

The Kelly Gang, led by Ned Kelly, didn't form as a formal organization with a specific date. It evolved over time as Ned Kelly and his associates became increasingly involved in criminal activities in response to perceived injustices by the police and the Victorian government.

Here's a timeline of key events that led to the formation of the gang:

* 1869: Ned Kelly's father, Red Kelly, is killed by police during a fight. This event sparked a deep resentment towards the police in Ned Kelly.

* 1870s: Ned Kelly and his associates, including Dan Kelly, Joe Byrne, and Steve Hart, become involved in petty crimes and eventually escalate to armed robbery to survive.

* 1878: The Kelly Gang's notoriety grows with the infamous "Stringybark Creek" incident, where three policemen are killed.

* 1879: The Kelly Gang becomes an outlaw group with a strong sense of social justice and a desire to fight against the perceived corruption of the police.

Therefore, it's difficult to pinpoint an exact date for the formation of the Kelly Gang. It gradually emerged as a group of outlaws during the 1870s.