Robert Stroud, often known as the "Birdman of Alcatraz," was an American criminal and inmate who gained notoriety for his work with birds while incarcerated. Born on January 28, 1890, in Seattle, Washington, Stroud was convicted of murder and sentenced to life in prison. During his time at Leavenworth Penitentiary, he developed a keen interest in ornithology, studying and breeding birds, particularly canaries. Stroud's life story became widely known through the 1962 film "Birdman of Alcatraz," which portrayed his transformation from a violent criminal to a respected bird expert. Despite his reputation, Stroud spent much of his later life in solitary confinement at Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary, where he continued