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Ashley Rubin answers listener questions on the infamous American prison known for its escape attempts <\/p>

By Lauren Good\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Sunday, 03 March 2024 at 07:42 AM<\/p>

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Alcatraz is remembered as one of history\u2019s most hardline prisons, known for its ingenious escape attempts, gruelling regime, barren location and dangerous inmates. Speaking to Rebecca Franks, historian Ashley Rubin answers listener questions on \u2018The Rock\u2019, from how it withstood the corruption of the gangster era to its famous \u2018birdman\u2019.<\/p>\n\n

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