Although Alcatraz Prison had since been repaired to a workable condition, the battle scars of Bernie Coy’s 1946 violent failed escape remained visible throughout the cell house.

Areas of the floor were chipped, cracked, and faded black from where grenades had detonated.

Researched and written by Milly Raso

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