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Impossible Escapes: The Alcatraz Breakout and the Sarah Chandler Who Defied Death
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Impossible Escapes: The Alcatraz Breakout and the Sarah Chandler Who Defied Death

From the fog-covered waters of San Francisco Bay to a desperate mother sentenced to hang in 1800s Wales—two legendary escapes that challenged the justice system and defied the odds.

In this gripping episode, we dive into two of history’s most daring jailbreaks. First, the legendary escape from Alcatraz—five men, an impenetrable prison, and a mystery that still haunts investigators today. Who were they? How did they manage the impossible? And did they survive the treacherous waters of the San Francisco Bay?

Next, we uncover the story of Sarah Chandler. Passing off counterfeit banknotes, Sarah was sentenced to death in England. But before the noose could tighten, she pulled off a bold prison break that left authorities stunned. How did she do it, and what became of her?

Join us as we unravel these incredible true crime tales of ingenuity, resilience, and the unbreakable will to be free.

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