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Saved by SIX: A Rescue Mission in Somalia
Manage episode 380086548 series 3471871
Ready for an edge-of-your-seat episode? We traverse the stormy seas and dangerous landscapes of Somalia. Pirates, child soldiers, land mines, and kidnapping stories are not for the faint of heart. We delve into the terrifying reality of these threats, putting a spotlight on the brave aid worker, Jessica Buchanan. Jessica endured an unimaginable three-month ordeal of captivity at the hands of Somali pirates. Her story is a testament to human resilience.
The thrilling climax of our episode is the recounting of the high-stakes rescue mission by the US Special Operations Forces. Navigating treacherous conditions and medical emergencies, the Navy SEALs and SEAL Team Six undertake a daring operation to liberate Jessica from her captors. Her story doesn't end here though, as we explore Jessica's post-rescue life, her advocacy for military families and the crucial role of government in ensuring the safety of its citizens abroad. Remember to reach out to us on our Instagram at What We Lose in the Shadows with suggestions for upcoming cases. Brace yourself for this riveting journey!
Jessica Buchanan's long journey home-CBS News 1/19/2014
The rescue of Jessica Buchanan CBS News 5/12/2013
New York Post 1/25/2012
Contact us at: whatweloseintheshadows@gmail.com
Background music by Michael Shuller Music
Chapters
1. Saved by SIX: A Rescue Mission in Somalia (00:00:00)
2. Podcast (00:00:11)
3. Piracy, Land Mines, and Kidnapping (00:08:31)
4. Rescue From Somali Captivity (00:19:17)
5. The Story of Jessica Buchanan (00:30:52)
52 episodes
Saved by SIX: A Rescue Mission in Somalia
What we lose in the Shadows (A father and daughter True Crime Podcast)
Manage episode 380086548 series 3471871
Ready for an edge-of-your-seat episode? We traverse the stormy seas and dangerous landscapes of Somalia. Pirates, child soldiers, land mines, and kidnapping stories are not for the faint of heart. We delve into the terrifying reality of these threats, putting a spotlight on the brave aid worker, Jessica Buchanan. Jessica endured an unimaginable three-month ordeal of captivity at the hands of Somali pirates. Her story is a testament to human resilience.
The thrilling climax of our episode is the recounting of the high-stakes rescue mission by the US Special Operations Forces. Navigating treacherous conditions and medical emergencies, the Navy SEALs and SEAL Team Six undertake a daring operation to liberate Jessica from her captors. Her story doesn't end here though, as we explore Jessica's post-rescue life, her advocacy for military families and the crucial role of government in ensuring the safety of its citizens abroad. Remember to reach out to us on our Instagram at What We Lose in the Shadows with suggestions for upcoming cases. Brace yourself for this riveting journey!
Jessica Buchanan's long journey home-CBS News 1/19/2014
The rescue of Jessica Buchanan CBS News 5/12/2013
New York Post 1/25/2012
Contact us at: whatweloseintheshadows@gmail.com
Background music by Michael Shuller Music
Chapters
1. Saved by SIX: A Rescue Mission in Somalia (00:00:00)
2. Podcast (00:00:11)
3. Piracy, Land Mines, and Kidnapping (00:08:31)
4. Rescue From Somali Captivity (00:19:17)
5. The Story of Jessica Buchanan (00:30:52)
52 episodes
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