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The Fire Island - Russias Alcatraz | Investigate Asia Watch Behind Bars Asia here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9Ew_28YJ7kcK1rMitenApE-GlrYNq1vA Terrorists, gunmen, and mafia bosses are serving their life sentences in the Russian penal camp "Vologodski Pjatak" aka Russia's most feared prison. The fortress on the island of Ognenny was built as a monastery in the 16th century. Later the "Fire Island" was converted into a gulag for enemies of the state after the October Revolution of 1917. Since 1994 it has been a maximum security prison. Christoph Wanner is the first Western TV reporter to manage to shoot behind the prison walls on the Island of the damned. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Subscribe Investigate Asia for free: Facebook: https://bit.ly/2QfRxbG Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/endevrdocs/ ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ #FreeDocumentary #InvestigateAsia #behindbars ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Welcome to Investigate Asia - Explore the diverse landscapes of Asia through in-depth documentaries that delve into the region's politics, economy, culture, and history. From ancient traditions to modern innovations, our content offers a unique perspective on the forces shaping Asia today. Join us on a journey to better understand one of the world’s most dynamic and influential regions. Whether you're a history enthusiast or curious about global affairs, this channel is your gateway to discovering Asia.