After being saved, Francatelli told her story to British officials However, her story, which had long been held in either familial or private hands, had never before been published -- until now.

For example, in one version of the survey, when told that their action would result in all hostages being saved, both groups endorsed the plan presented to them.

She was set at ease by learning that her husband had been saved.

They lost only one man on the journey and were eventually rescued.

I'm having this conversation a lot these days as I do readings from my book Animal Camp: Lessons in Love and Hope From Rescued Farm Animals.