Castle: The Story of a Kentucky Prison

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The narrative explores the tumultuous history of the Kentucky State Penitentiary at Eddyville, highlighting notorious events like murders, escapes, and riots. A significant focus is the 1923 Tex Walters shoot-out, where inmates killed guards and held a standoff for four days, drawing national attention. The dramatic involvement of the National Guard and the subsequent trial of Lillian Walters, who was accused of smuggling weapons to her husband, adds a gripping courtroom element to the story, showcasing the prison's dark legacy.