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Bookmark or Share- Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary - WikipediaUnited States Penitentiary, Alcatraz Island, also known simply as Alcatraz (English: / ˈælkəˌtræz /, Spanish: [a l k a ˈ t ɾ a θ] "the gannet ") or The Rock, was a maximum security federal prison on Alcatraz Island, 1.25 miles (2.01 km) off the coast of San Francisco, California, United States.
- Alcatraz Island - WikipediaAlcatraz Island is the site of the abandoned federal prison, the oldest operating lighthouse on the West Coast of the United States, early military fortifications, and natural features such as rock pools and a seabird colony (mostly western gulls, cormorants, and egrets).
- Alcatraz Tickets | Alcatraz Tours | Visit Alcatraz Island ...Visit the legendary island that has been a civil war fort, a military prison and one of the most notorious federal penitentiaries. An engaging evening Alcatraz experience with special programs. The Complete Tour.
- Alcatraz Island (U.S. National Park Service)This small island was once a fort, a military prison, and a maximum security federal penitentiary. In 1969, the Indians of All Tribes occupied Alcatraz for 19 months in the name of freedom and Native American civil rights. We invite you to explore Alcatraz's complex history and natural beauty.
- Plan Your Visit - Alcatraz Island (U.S. National Park Service)Plan on spending at least a few hours on Alcatraz exploring the exhibits, checking out the video presentations or audio tours. Jr. Ranger books and programs are often available, and ranger tours are available every day!
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