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15 Prison Escapes That Became Legend

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1. The Alcatraz Escape (1962)

1. The Alcatraz Escape (1962)
Inside a dim Alcatraz prison cell, a lifelike dummy head rests on a pillow, hinting at a daring escape. | Photo by Wikipedia

In June 1962, Frank Morris and brothers John and Clarence Anglin pulled off one of history’s most famous escapes from the supposedly “inescapable” Alcatraz prison. Using homemade tools and clever papier-mâché dummy heads to fool night guards, the trio vanished into the frigid waters of San Francisco Bay. Their fate remains an enduring mystery, fueling endless speculation and pop culture fascination.
Unlike many prison breaks, the Alcatraz escape stands out for its meticulous planning and the haunting question: Did they make it to freedom?

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