LibGuides: Fight and Flight: Alcatraz and its Inmates

Alcatraz

Life on Alcatraz by Judith Janda Presnall
Call Number: 365 PRE
ISBN: 1560066393
Publication Date: 2000-09-01
Discusses the prison on Alcatraz Island, California, otherwise known as "The Rock," describing the cell house, the routine of prison life, inmates' leisure time, breaking prison rules, employee and family life, closing Alcatraz prison, and the island's future roles.

National Parks Service
Though it used to be a prison for the most dangerous criminals, Alcatraz is now a national park that anyone can visit to learn about its past.
Federal Bureau of Prisons
Read about Alcatraz in the past and now, including some information about escape attempts.
Elliott Ness
Learn about the man who put Al Capone behind bars and was the inspiration for detective Dick Tracy.
Elliott Ness
A good bio from the Cleveland Police Museum's website.
Al Capone
From the FBI's website, read about Capone and see some great pictures including his mugshot and criminal record.
Al Capone-PBS
Another bio of Capone from PBS.
George "Machine Gun" Kelly
Read a bio of Kelly, and also click on the gray box that says "The legend of Machine Gun Kelly" for more information.
George Kelly
A short bio from the Crime Museum in Washington D.C.
Robert Stroud
Several bios on one page about "The Birdman of Alcatraz" Make sure to click on the "photo gallery" link.
Roy Gardner
Known for his ability to escape from various prisons, this page has a bio of Gardner's life and lots of great pictures.