Daring Escapes from Alcatraz

This chapter chronicles the history of escape attempts from Alcatraz prison, focusing on the infamous 1962 incident where inmates displayed remarkable ingenuity in crafting tools and a raft to flee. It details various clever tactics employed by the inmates, including creating lifelike dummy heads to deceive guards during headcounts. The narrative also touches on the eventual closure of Alcatraz and the dire conditions of Libby Prison, highlighting the desperate measures taken by prisoners to secure their freedom.