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Alive: The Story of the Andes Survivors
Book • 1974
This book documents the true story of a Uruguayan Air Force plane that crashed in the Andes Mountains on October 12, 1972.
Of the 45 passengers, only 16 survived the ordeal.
The survivors endured sub-zero temperatures, injuries, and starvation, leading them to resort to cannibalism to stay alive.
The narrative details the psychological and physical struggles of the survivors, their internal conflicts, and the eventual heroic efforts of two young men who hiked through the mountains to find help.
The book also explores the relentless efforts of the parents and friends back home who refused to give up hope despite official reports.
It is a gripping tale of human courage, solidarity, and the spiritual resilience that helped the survivors overcome unimaginable hardships.
Of the 45 passengers, only 16 survived the ordeal.
The survivors endured sub-zero temperatures, injuries, and starvation, leading them to resort to cannibalism to stay alive.
The narrative details the psychological and physical struggles of the survivors, their internal conflicts, and the eventual heroic efforts of two young men who hiked through the mountains to find help.
The book also explores the relentless efforts of the parents and friends back home who refused to give up hope despite official reports.
It is a gripping tale of human courage, solidarity, and the spiritual resilience that helped the survivors overcome unimaginable hardships.
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Episode 638: The Crash of Uruguayan Air Force Flight 571
