ALCATRAZ, c1980. Southwest corner of the Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary cellhouse

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ALCATRAZ, c1980. Southwest corner of the Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary cellhouse

ALCATRAZ, c1980.
Southwest corner of the Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary cellhouse. Photograph by Jet Lowe, c1980

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1980s Alcatraz California Island Lowe Penitentiary Prison Rubble San Francisco

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EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print takes us back to the late 1980s, capturing the haunting beauty of Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary. The image showcases the southwest corner of the prison's imposing cellhouse, standing as a testament to its storied past. Photographed by Jet Lowe in 1980, this snapshot offers a rare glimpse into one of California's most iconic landmarks. Alcatraz Island, situated in San Francisco Bay, served as an impenetrable fortress housing some of America's most dangerous criminals. The exterior view reveals a building steeped in history and mystery. Its weathered walls bear witness to decades of confinement and hardship endured within those very cells. The remnants of rubble scattered around hint at both decay and resilience. Alcatraz Penitentiary was notorious for its strict security measures and reputation as an escape-proof facility. This photograph allows us to reflect on the lives that were once confined behind these formidable walls - their stories lost or forever etched into history. As we contemplate this powerful image from Granger Art on Demand's collection, let it serve as a reminder of our collective fascination with crime and punishment throughout American history. It is through photographs like these that we can explore not only architectural marvels but also delve deeper into our own human nature – questioning what drives individuals towards such extremes while pondering society’s role in

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