The Great Train Robbery of 1963

The Great Train Robbery of 1963

On a rainy night in August 1963, a gang of 15 thieves executed what would become known as "The Crime of the Century." By tampering with railway signals and overpowering the train staff, they managed to steal £2.6 million (equivalent to over £50 million today) from a Royal Mail train bound for London. But what started as a seemingly perfect heist quickly unraveled – thanks to a game of Monopoly, a last-minute change in hideouts, and a series of crucial mistakes. Join us as we reveal the fascinating story of Britain's most notorious train robbery, its violent aftermath, and the colorful cast of characters involved – from the persistent Detective "Slipper of the Yard" to the infamous fugitive Ronnie Biggs who spent 36 years on the run in Brazil. Discover how this audacious crime changed British policing forever and why, even decades later, it continues to capture the public imagination.

Duration: 15 minutes Content Warning: Contains mentions of violence Category: Historical Crime/Heist

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