Ronnie Biggs: Biography, Facts and Career
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Ronald Arthur Biggs (8 August 1929 – 18 December 2013) was a British criminal who helped plan and carry out the Great Train Robbery of 1963. He subsequently became notorious for his escape from prison in 1965, living as a fugitive for 36 years, and for his various publicity stunts while in exile. In 2001, Biggs returned to the United Kingdom and spent several years in prison, where his health rapidly declined. He was released from prison on compassionate grounds in August 2009 and died in a nursing home in December 2013.
Quick facts about Ronnie Biggs
- Full name: Ronnie Biggs
- Born: 1929-08-08
- Nationality: United Kingdom
- Known as: Musician
- Wikidata ID: Q560955
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Ronnie Biggs?
Ronald Arthur Biggs (8 August 1929 – 18 December 2013) was a British criminal who helped plan and carry out the Great Train Robbery of 1963.
What nationality is Ronnie Biggs?
Ronnie Biggs is United Kingdom.
When was Ronnie Biggs born?
Ronnie Biggs was born on 1929-08-08.



