Metropolis, Illinois -
Birdman of Alcatraz Grave

You'd think that he'd be buried on Alcatraz Island in California, but he was transferred to a prison in Metropolis a few years before he died.

Address:: North St., Metropolis, IL
Directions:: Masonic Cemetery. About a half-mile north of town, on the west side of Hwy 1/N St./North St. Entrance is between Lois Lane and Metropolis St. The simple tombstone is engraved, "STROUD, Robert F., 1890-1963" [his name was Stroud]. No mention of birds.

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Birdman of Alcatraz Grave

I am an ex-resident of Metropolis, IL. In addition to being the Hometown of Superman, Metropolis is also the burial site of the Birdman of Alcatraz. I can't remember which cemetery he is buried in, but it's on the west side of North Avenue. You forgot to mention that Metropolis celebrates "Superman Days" in June every year. There are races, beauty contests, dance, food, etc. [RBTLBecker, 06/27/1997]

[RA: His simple tombstone is engraved, "STROUD, Robert F., 1890-1963" (his name was Stroud). No mention of birds.]

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February 9, 2012