The Crew
07/27/22 • 27 min
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Turns out that stopping a speeding train might not be as easy as Bruce Reynolds first thought. Bruce reluctantly agrees to recruit some small-time villains who happened to have some experience robbing from trains - introducing the South Coast Raiders, and one pair of cheap, black, leather gloves.
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Turns out that stopping a speeding train might not be as easy as Bruce Reynolds first thought. Bruce reluctantly agrees to recruit some small-time villains who happened to have some experience robbing from trains - introducing the South Coast Raiders, and one pair of cheap, black, leather gloves.
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The First Heists
While mixing with the who’s who of London’s West End, Bruce Reynolds begins to assemble the crew who will one day rob a train. But first, there’s the little matter of an airport, an armored car, two modified Jaguars, a large box of cash, and some watches.
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The Robbery
To pull off the crime of the century, you need one hell of a plan. And to pull off one hell of a plan, you need a crew of villains who can follow it to a tee.
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British Villains - The Crew
Transcript Summary
In the gripping episode titled "The Crew," you'll uncover the audacious story of the Great Train Robbery and why it's worth listening to. During this daring heist, the absence of guards or transport police on trains made stealing money seem remarkably easy. With previous experience in train theft, Thomas Whisby played a pivotal role in organizing the operation. Alerted by Terry, a friend of Marilyn's dad, the crew seized the opportunity when they discovered a heavily guarded post office train. Consisting of two different gangs - the South Coast Raiders and Bruce Reynolds' gang - the team required about 15 men to unload the stolen money from the train. What made this robbery particularly remarkable was that the stolen funds were from the Royal Mail itself. Whether it was the thrill or the allure of the money, crime has a certain allure, but it also comes with a price. Discover the intense world of criminals, their modus operandi, and the impact their actions have on their families as you delve into the captivating tale of the Great Train Robbery, where opportunities were seized and lives were forever changed.
Transcript
From luminary. This is British Villains. Here are eight basic rules to make your life easier as a villain, has laid out to me by my dad. One never give a policeman your name to never carry any form of identification. Three never get dropped off outside your house ever. Even to this day, when I get an uber, I make sure I go to the next door neighbor's house for if a fight breaks out, just walk away. There's no point. You can be the toughest guy in
The Crew Top Questions Answered
How did the Great Train Robbery take place?
The Great Train Robbery took place with no guards or transport police on board.
Why was the Great Train Robbery an easy target?
Money had not been stolen from trains before this incident, making it an easy target.
Who had experience in stealing from trains before the Great Train Robbery?
The South Coast Raiders had experience in stealing from trains and had committed around 30 thefts.
How many men were needed for unloading the stolen money during the Great Train Robbery?
The crew needed about 15 men to unload the stolen money and get it to their vehicles.
What impact did the Great Train Robbery have on the public's perception of the Queen?
The audacity of stealing from the Royal mail caused shockwaves and defiance against the Queen.
What were the basic rules followed by the villains involved in the Great Train Robbery?
Eight basic rules for villains were laid out, including guidelines like never give identification to a policeman, never carry identification, and park facing out for quick getaways.
Why do professional criminals constantly look for security gaps and market opportunities?
Professional criminals are opportunistic and constantly looking for security gaps and market opportunities.
What can crime blur the lines between, leading to disputes and violence?
Crime can blur the lines between personal and business, leading to disputes and violence.
What were some reasons why criminals preferred a life of excitement and leisure?
Criminals often prefer a life of excitement and leisure over a typical work routine.
Why did the Great Train Robbery involve stealing cash being transported on trains?
The Great Train Robbery involved stealing cash being transported on trains, as they carried large amounts of cash due to the lack of credit cards and the need to transport surplus money to banks.
What level of security measures did the British Transport Police have in place for trains during the Great Train Robbery?
British Transport Police had limited security measures in place for these trains.
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