Devil's Island is one of three Salvation Islands used by the French as penal colonies from the mid-1800s until after World War II. Tourists are not allowed on Devil's Island, but instead can tour the old prison facilities on Isle Royale, which is just a short distance away.
Devil's Island may be an unusual port of call, but this old French penal colony is fascinating and was well-depicted in the Steve McQueen movie, "Papillon". Everyone on our South American cruise on the Seven Seas Mariner looked forward to our visit, and we were not disappointed. The day was very rainy, but that didn't stop many of us from taking the tender ashore to explore Isle Royale and get a close look at Devil's Island.
- Devil's Island Prisoner RestraintsDevil's Island Prisoner Restraints
- Devils Island Hospital and Jail HouseDevil's Island Hospital and Jail House
- Devils Island - Prisoners' ToiletsDevils Island - Prisoners' Toilets
- Devils Island Jail HouseDevil's Island Jail House
- Hotel Cottages on Isle Royale Near Devil's IslandHotel Cottages on Isle Royale Near Devil's Island
- Church on Isle Royale near Devils IslandChurch on Isle Royale near Devils Island
- Devil's Island Agouti Devil's Island Agouti
- Devil's Island - South America Cruise Ship Port of CallDevil's Island - South America Cruise Ship Port of Call
- Devil's Island AgoutiDevil's Island Agouti
- St. Joseph's Island in the Salvation IslandsSt. Joseph's Island in the Salvation Islands
- Rainy Day on Devil's IslandRainy Day on Devils Island
- Seven Seas Mariner Off the Coast of Devils IslandSeven Seas Mariner Off the Coast of Devils Island
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