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The Rock: A History of Alcatraz, the Fort, the Prison
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The Rock: A History of Alcatraz, the Fort, the Prison (1982) (edit title/settings)

by Pierre Odier (Author) (edit contributors)

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This book traces the history of Alcatraz Island from its discovery in1769 to its current use as a tourist attraction. The importance of Alcatraz’ history as a defense fort is overshadowed by the attention it attracted during the Federal Prison days from 1934 to 1963. It is based on extensive... read more (warning: may contain spoilers)

This book traces the history of Alcatraz Island from its discovery in1769 to its current use as a tourist attraction. The importance of Alcatraz’ history as a defense fort is overshadowed by the attention it attracted during the Federal Prison days from 1934 to 1963. It is based on extensive source materials, including the National Archives and the Federal Bureau of Prisons. Interviews with wardens, officers and former Alcatraz inmates provided a personal account of life and feeling on ‘the Rock’ during its use.

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Today, a visitor to San Francisco cannot avoid becoming aware of the existence of Alcatraz. In travel brochures, hotel posters, tour maps of the city, public relations material from the Chamber of Commerce, and souvenir stands all over the city, Alcatraz announces its presence.

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Acknowledgments
Introduction
The Rock—Its Discovery
Settlement
Man Takes the Rock
The Rock as a Fort
The Rock as a Military Prison
The Rock as a Federal Penitentiary
The End of an Era
Distinct Men of Alcatraz
Alcatraz and the Indians
Appendices
Afterword
Commanding Officers on Alcatraz
Army Units
Escape Attempts
Bibliography
Index

Authors & Contributors edit see section history

  1. Pierre Odier (Author)

First Edition edit see section history

Original Language: English
Publisher: L'Image Odier
Country: USA
Publication Date: 1982
ISBN: 0961163208
Page Count: 259

Classification edit see section history

  • Library of Congress: HV9475.C3 U556 1982
  • Dewey: 365.979461

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