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Absolutely mind-blowing
I am an avid History Channel fan. I came across "Skeletons on the Zahara" very recently and can't express how astounded I was that I have never heard of Captain James Riley, his crew, the Commerce and their plight. Taking place in 1814/1815, this story is a completely riveting, horrifying true account of what befell this Connecticut captain and his crew as they set sail for Africa in hopes of acquiring salt to bring home for trade in the post War of 1812 economy. Upon encountering heavy fog, the Commerce and its crew unknowingly hit the west coast of Northern Africa, which resulted in tearing their vessel apart. It is their plight following this shipwreck that will leave you wondering how they survived the phenomenally brutal conditions of not only their slavery to the Muslim men who took them captive, but the Sahara Desert itself. It is a true testimony to the human spirit. I was glued to the TV the entire two hours. I highly, highly recommend you see this. It will stay with you long after the show is over.
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