How Impenetrable Was Alcatraz?

So what makes this fortress impenetrable? Alcatraz, the house of despair, was engineered to be escape-proof, housing only the most notorious criminals until its doors shut in 1963. Despite these daunting conditions, the inmates’ spirits were never fully confined—they continuously schemed escapes, though none succeeded, and a lot of them perished in the process.

So, what set John and his accomplices apart? Their story is not just one of physical endurance and cunning but also of meticulous planning and perhaps, a stroke of unanticipated luck. Their successful escape is a testament to the indomitable human spirit, challenging Alcatraz’s feared reputation.