Dartmoor Prison Museum

Yelverton, West Devon, England

Dartmoor Prison Museum, that used to be promoted as Dartmoor Prison Heritage Centre, offers the possiblity to learn about one of the more famous (and notorious) prisons in the world! Day Unlock over 200 several years of turbulent history, from the jail's beginning as a Prisoner of War depot right through to present. Great for a bit of key schooling, but captivating even with superficial interest too.There are a number of interesting artefacts on display, providing a insight that is unique 'life inside' both past and present. The collections include intricate bone carvings made by French Prisoners of War, plus examples of prisoner artwork, including 'the Supper', that is last which painted by a prisoner associated with the Krays!Another popular an element of the museum, referred to as the 'Black Museum', holds displays with samples of the numerous confiscated weapons and escape things! So consider straitjackets, makeshift knives, manacles, escape stories, and much more!

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