The Billion-Franc Post Office Heist: How 4 Men Outsmarted All of France (1971)

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The most daring heist in French history wasn't done with guns blazing - it was executed with work uniforms and perfect timing. In 1971, four mysterious men walked into Strasbourg's main post office and walked out with over 1 billion francs. This is the untold story of the Lyon Gang, the military precision that shocked a nation, and the 6-year manhunt that followed. From their humble beginnings to becoming France's most notorious criminal syndicate, discover how these masters of deception changed criminal history forever. The Billion-Franc Post Office Heist: How 4 Men Outsmarted All of France (1971) | True Crime Documentary #TrueCrime #HeistStory #FrenchHistory