Great Escape From Alcatraz: The Real-Life Story

Published on May 8, 2018
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Alcatraz Prison

Alcatraz prison was the holding place for some of America’s worst criminals and the prison operated from 1934 until it closed in 1963. The island that housed the maximum-security prison was intended to be unreachable, at the same time making it impossible to escape from. For years prisoners attempted to escape from the tough prison, but no-one had ever successfully managed.

Alcatraz Prison

Alcatraz Prison

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The idea of escaping from Alcatraz prison was possible in theory, but in reality a lot of problems stood before inmates. Doing so alone would be considered a death mission, but doing so with a team would require trust, resources and careful planning. In the past, many failed with 23 inmates being caught, 6 being shot, 2 drowning and another 2 individuals presumed as drowned.

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No Luck

No Luck