The Battle of Alcatraz, which lasted from May 2 to 4, 1946, was the result of an escape attempt at Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary by armed convicts. Two Federal Bureau of Prisons officers—William A. Miller and Harold Stites—were killed, Miller by inmate Joseph Cretzer who attempted escape and Stites by friendly fire. Three inmates were killed during the incident.

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    3 days ago

    Yeah, of course the info is there. I just mean the very first summary text that states “Two Federal Bureau of Prisons officers—William A. Miller and Harold Stites—were killed, Miller by inmate Joseph Cretzer who attempted escape and Stites by friendly fire. Three inmates were killed during the incident.”

    It reads as though it’s giving more weight to the dead LEOs than prisoners.