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EPISODE · Feb 27, 2026 · 21 MIN

The Irish Ingenious: The Maze Prison Escape

from The Escape Artists · host Neon Nights Studio

In 1983, 38 inmates broke out of the Maze Prison, a high-security prison in Northern Ireland. It was the largest prison escape in British history, and the escapees included several key members of the Irish Republican Army. We delve into the meticulous planning, the daring execution, and the intense manhunt that followed. Plus, we explore the major security overhauls that were implemented in the wake of this audacious breakout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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