The box escapes of Harry Houdini. ... of wood, glass and metal. Specifically, he was able to escape from a submerged box lowered into a river, a challenge box supplies by builders, and escape from a box of his own design. ... To do this, he had the brace fastened to the box with screws both outside and inside. read more
The seemingly impossible stunts performed by master escapologist Harry Houdini have confused and delighted generations. Breaking locks, escaping submerged boxes, getting out of straitjackets, the fiendish Chinese Water Torture routine – his feats were simply astounding. read more
Harry Houdini (born Erik Weisz, later Ehrich Weiss or Harry Weiss; March 24, 1874 – October 31, 1926) was a Hungarian-born American illusionist and stunt performer, noted for his sensational escape acts. read more