The True Story of the Kidnap and Escape of Four Climbers in Central Asia

In 2013, four climbers were kidnapped in the remote Wakhan Corridor of Afghanistan. They were held for seven weeks by the Taliban and escaped in a daring midnight raid. This is their story.

The Kidnapping

On June 28, 2013, four climbers - Americans Emily Harrington and David Lindquist, Norwegian Maren Ueland, and Afghan Fazl Rabi Khan - were hiking in the remote Wakhan Corridor of Afghanistan. They were kidnapped by a group of armed men and taken to a remote compound.

Over the Edge: The True Story of the Kidnap and Escape of Four Climbers in Central Asia

by Greg Child

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The kidnappers were members of the Taliban, a militant group that has been fighting against the Afghan government for decades. The Taliban demanded a ransom of $2 million for the climbers' release.

The Captivity

The climbers were held captive for seven weeks. They were kept in a small, dark room and were given little food or water. They were also subjected to regular beatings and interrogations.

During their captivity, the climbers learned that their kidnappers were planning to sell them to another militant group. They knew that if they were sold, they would likely be killed. So they decided to escape.

The Escape

On August 16, 2013, the climbers made their move. They waited until their guards were asleep and then used a piece of metal to break out of their cell. They then ran into the night.

The climbers ran for hours, through the mountains and across the border into Pakistan. They were eventually rescued by a group of Pakistani soldiers.

The Aftermath

The climbers' escape was a major victory for the Afghan government and a setback for the Taliban. It also showed the world the resilience and determination of the climbers.

The climbers have since returned to their homes and have resumed their climbing careers. They have also become advocates for other hostages and victims of violence.

The Legacy

The story of the kidnap and escape of the four climbers is a reminder of the dangers that climbers face in remote regions of the world. It is also a story of hope and resilience.

The climbers' escape is a testament to the power of human spirit. It shows that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope.

Over the Edge: The True Story of the Kidnap and Escape of Four Climbers in Central Asia

by Greg Child

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	8582 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Print length	:	324 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

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