The Fort Royal was home to a number of famous prisoners until its closure in the 20th century.

Mooney, prisoner No. 31921, quickly became one of the most famous political prisoners in America.

"A lot of famous prisoners enter this way, but not many come back out."

In the cases of more famous prisoners, usually captains, their punishments extended beyond death.

They also worried that with the only internationally famous prisoners both in exile, outside pressure for change could wane.

The most famous prisoner of war at the camp was Leon Trotsky.

The father is Nelson Mandela, probably the world's most famous political prisoner.

Which brings me to this week's other famous prisoner.

"He loved to escape from the cells of famous prisoners."

The most famous political prisoner detained on the island was Antonio Gramsci.