Rescue Amidst Chaos: The Pineapple Express Operation

This chapter delves into the emotional and logistical challenges faced by Afghan soldiers and interpreters during the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. It highlights the harrowing experiences of individuals, including the efforts of the Pineapple Express initiative, which successfully evacuated numerous Afghans through innovative strategies amid extreme danger. The narrative underscores the responsibility felt by operators and the contrasts between grassroots efforts and institutional responses during this tumultuous time.