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What was Alcatraz used for in 1854?

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Anonymous

13y ago
Updated: 8/20/2019

Nothing. Prior to 1854, it was a nesting ground for seagulls. This is why the island was first named La isla de los Alcatraces meaning the island of the pelicans.

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13y ago

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