The Great Train Robbery: Britain’s Boldest Heist

The Great Train Robbery of 1963 stands out as one of the most famous and audacious heists in British history. A gang of robbers stopped the Glasgow to London Royal Mail train in a remote area. They meticulously planned the operation, studying the train’s route and schedule, learning about the signal system, and figuring out how to stop the train. Once the train was halted, they overpowered the driver and moved the train to a predetermined location, where they stole approximately £2.6 million (about £50 million today) in cash.