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The End of Alcatraz

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The Harsh Reality of Alcatraz and Its Notorious Prisoners

This chapter explores the harsh realities of life in Alcatraz, focusing on a military objector's struggles and the infamous gangster Al Capone's involvement. It culminates with a failed escape attempt in 1946, highlighting the prison's brutal legacy and its eventual closure in 1963.

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