Maze Prison escape, Prison escape in the United Kingdom
The Maze Prison escape is known as the largest prison breakout in British history.
This event took place on 25 September 1983, during The Troubles in Northern Ireland.
The escape is a significant part of republican folklore and involved inmates associated with the Irish Republican Army (IRA).
Maze Prison, also known as HMP Maze, was considered one of the most high-security prisons in Europe before its closure.
38 IRA prisoners escaped from Maze Prison; it dramatically highlighted the ongoing issues in Northern Irish politics.
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