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The Great Train Robbery

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The Longest Penalties in the UK

In 1964 11 men are sentenced for the robbery of a London train. The sentences were between 20 and 30 years, longer than many murderers or armed robbers have to serve. It has had a knock-on effect on future criminals as they now know what awaits them in prison if they're found.

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