About the Author

Kenneth M. LaMaster has worked since 1979 in all three of Leavenworth's famous penitentiaries. His career began as a guard inside the United States Disciplinary Barracks on Fort Leavenworth. In May 1982, LaMaster went to work as a corrections officer at the Kansas State Penitentiary. On July 24, 1983, LaMaster went to work at U.S. Penitentiary Leavenworth. He has served as a correctional officer, materials handler, and institution historian.