The Great Train Robbery

Uncovering the Story of the Great Train Robbery 1963

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One of the most daring heists in history was carried out by a squad of robbers in the early hours of August 8, 1963. They stole £2.6 million in cash from a Royal Mail train that was traveling from Glasgow to London; this sum would be comparable to about £50 million in today’s money. The … Read more

The Impact of “The Great Train Robbery (1903)” on the Film Industry

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The art of filmmaking was still in its infancy in the early days, and filmmakers were continually experimenting with its possibilities. In 1903, a breakthrough motion picture titled “The Great Train Robbery” was released. This 12-minute short film, which was directed by Edwin S. Porter, changed the way movies were created and viewed. The Plot … Read more