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The Great Train Robbery

Dan Snow's History Hit

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Trials, Tribulations, and Escapes

This chapter explores the sensational media frenzy surrounding the Great Train Robbery trials, highlighting the bizarre contrasts of wealth and claims of poverty displayed by defendants' families. It delves into the aftermath for those involved, focusing on the immense legal costs and the peculiar lack of direct evidence in convictions. The narrative follows Ronnie Biggs's audacious escape and subsequent life on the run, culminating in dramatic encounters and the challenges faced by journalists investigating his infamous journey.

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