Authorities use tear gas at 1952 Michigan State Prison riot in Jackson

The transcript describes a chaotic scene where tear gas is fired at prisoners, temporarily freeing them from discipline. The prisoners, likened to a many-headed monster, engage in internal conflicts as well as confrontations with prison authorities.

What was the significance of the tear gas being fired into the milling men?

What actions did the convicts take when temporarily freed from discipline?

Describe the behavior of the convicts as they interacted with each other.

How did the convicts' actions resemble a many-headed monster?

What was the relationship between the convicts and the prison authorities?