Uploaded April 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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In 1980, a single open door triggered the deadliest prison riot in U.S. history. Hostages, revenge killings, and utter chaos—this is the horrifying story of Old Main/Penitentiary of New Mexico.

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