As New Jersey’s state prison prepares to bid farewell to its most infamous inmate, 81-year-old William E. Brockway, the nation trembles with unease. On January 26, 1904, the cunning forger will walk free, leaving behind a trail of deceit and financial ruin. Brockway’s remarkable ability to create convincing forgeries of US Treasury notes has given the Secret Service sleepless nights, and his secret to success lies in his uncanny skill to make genuine banknotes appear counterfeit.
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Key Facts
- State: National
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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