Exploring the "Area 51" of Supermax Prisons — Police Left Everyone to Die (Abandoned With Power)

in southern Illinois sits the former Tamms Correctional Center, one of the most controversial prisons in American history. Opened in 1998 as a supermax facility, Tamms was designed to hold some of the state's most dangerous inmates under extreme security and isolation. In this video, we explore the history of Tamms, how it operated, the conditions inside the prison, and the controversy surrounding its use of long-term solitary confinement. We'll also look at why the facility was ultimately closed in 2013 and what remains of this once-feared institution today. From its remote location to its reputation as one of Illinois' most secure prisons, Tamms earned a place in correctional history that continues to spark debate. EXPLORING CREW MERCH HERE https://www.exploringcrew.com Subscribe to my 2nd Channel! Secret STUFF https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQqQJlN8fZO-CDK4JFKotSQ/ DONATIONS FOR TRAVELS/HOTELS/GAS/FOOD https://www.patreon.com/exploringwithjosh Exploring Crew Instagram page! https://www.instagram.com/exploringcrewofficial/ FOLLOW MY SOCIAL MEDIA facebook = https://www.facebook.com/exploringwithjosh Twitter = https://twitter.com/i_am_joshyo instagram = https://www.instagram.com/exploringwithjosh tiktok = https://www.tiktok.com/@exploringwithjoshy MUSIC USED HERE - YOUTUBERS DREAM!! https://goo.gl/Ev7obc Business Inquiries [email protected]