The Baffling Mystery of 3 Men Who Escaped From Alcatraz Prison and Disappeared

Closing Its Doors

Frank Morris’ cell at Alcatraz, seen shortly after his escape. (National Park Service)

Alcatraz closed in March 1963, and the remaining inmates were transferred to other facilities. But had the men overcome the choppy waters and made it north to Angel Island?

Next: What happened 17 years later.

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