Lives Less Ordinary The Lost Boy: A never-ending journey, part 1
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Aug 4, 2024 Salva Dut, one of Sudan's 'Lost Boys,' shares his incredible journey of survival after being separated from his family during the civil war. He vividly recounts his harrowing escape from Sudan at age 11, facing trauma and the challenges of life in a refugee camp. Salva also reflects on the resilience of his community and the bonds formed among the boys during their ordeal. The emotional weight of isolation, longing for family, and the hope for a new life in the U.S. paints a powerful picture of perseverance and the search for connection.
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Salva's Childhood
- Salva Dut grew up in a simple, rural village in South Sudan.
- He lived in a grass house with a mud wall, without running water or electricity.
War Arrives
- Salva was at school when the civil war reached his village.
- He fled with others, leaving all his belongings behind.
Lion Attack
- While fleeing with his uncle, Salva witnessed a young boy being taken by a lion.
- This traumatic experience instilled deep fear in him.