410 - The Bossy One

Brief Summary

The episode recounts the chaotic 1931 Leavenworth prison break involving the Leavenworth Seven and Warden Thomas B. White's survival.

Key points

• The Leavenworth Seven's Ambitious Plan. A group of inmates meticulously plans a prison break, hiding weapons for years.
• Daring Hostage Situation. The Leavenworth Seven take hostages in a bold attempt to escape.
• Tense Standoff at the Gate. A confrontation with Officer Dempsey escalates as dynamite is introduced.
• Anna Meyer Stands Her Ground. When the escapees demand her car keys, Anna Meyer tells them to steal from farmers instead.
• The Shootout at Salisbury's Home. A tense standoff occurs as the escapees take refuge in a farmhouse, leading to a barrage of gunfire.
• The Leavenworth Seven's Desperate Measures. After multiple failed escape attempts, the remaining escapees resort to taking hostages and facing a posse.