Question 1
Which historical figure is responsible for founding the Tower of London in 1066?
Answer
William the Conqueror
The Tower of London was founded by William the Conqueror in 1066 and has served many roles including royal palace, fortress, and prison throughout its long history.
Question 2
Which famous prisoner was held at the Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia?
Answer
Al Capone
Al Capone was one of the many inmates held at the Eastern State Penitentiary, a facility which famously pioneered the use of solitary confinement between 1829 and 1971.
Question 3
Before becoming a hotel in Long Beach, the RMS Queen Mary served what role during World War II?
Answer
A troopship
Launched in 1934 as a luxury liner, the RMS Queen Mary was converted into a troopship to support the war effort during World War II before its retirement.