History of Alcatraz Island in Timeline
Alcatraz Island, located in San Francisco Bay, served as a federal penitentiary from 1934 to 1963. Originally developed with a lighthouse, military fortification, and military prison, it gained notoriety for its supposedly inescapable nature due to strong currents and cold water. This reputation was further enhanced by its housing of infamous criminals. After closing as a prison, Alcatraz became a popular tourist attraction, drawing visitors interested in its history and lore.
Trending
James Matthew Jay Huff is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Indiana Pacers in the NBA He...
7 days ago Rob Lowe Sells Beverly Hills Home at Discount After Multiple Price Cuts
7 months ago Capitals Prank Rookie Ryan Leonard with Ovechkin's Laces: A Hilarious Initiation
USA Basketball USAB is the governing body for basketball in the United States a non-profit representing the nation in FIBA...
James Bryce st Viscount Bryce was a British academic jurist historian and Liberal politician renowned for his expertise in law...
2 hours ago Ken Jennings' surprising income from 'The Simpsons' role revealed: Residual checks explained.
Popular
XXXTentacion born Jahseh Dwayne Ricardo Onfroy was a controversial yet...
William Franklin Graham III commonly known as Franklin Graham is...
Cristiano Ronaldo often nicknamed CR is a Portuguese professional footballer...
Candace Owens is an American conservative political commentator and author...
Bill Clinton the nd U S President - served as...
Michelle Obama is an American attorney author and former First...