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What I don’t often see mentioned that I think is crucial to understand is that without the science of the anesthetist, those boys would’ve died. There was absolutely no way to dive them out without the sedation, no matter how experienced the cave divers were. Also, the fact the coach was able to keep them alive and somewhat calm and healthy so not one of them was lost in those three weeks is absolutely amazing. So much teamwork went into this rescue it’s truly incredible
When this whole rescue operation was being planned, I used to wonder what could be so difficult in getting people out of a flooded cave. Now that I have seen the 3D visuals, I can understand how much effort and planning had gone into the whole rescue ops and the selflessness shown by every single diver. Nothing but respect for the entire rescue team.
RIP Saman Kunan, you gave your life for these kids. A true hero.
Actually there were 2 deaths. Two Thai navy seals died - one during a dive, and one died 1 year later from a blood infection contracted during the rescue. :( Peace be with them all.
Even in 2024, watching this documentary again, I get teary-eyed. It shows how extraordinary and compassionate human beings can be.
No joke, just looking at the 3D model makes me want to faint. I already know about this rescue, but seeing the accurate renders really puts the danger into perspective. Those hero divers were phenomenal!
Not all heroes wear a cape. Well done to the brave men . True living heroes ❤
it's incredible how much human can achieve. may the diver who died RIP
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That diving anaesthesiologist was a crazy stroke of luck
What selfless heroes these rescuers are. Amazing.
They are the real life heroes.. Putting their own lives to save others.. Cant help but crying while watching.. Thank you so much
RIP to the navy seal💔🕊
I think we all thought this would end badly. It’s a miracle all the children were safe. Thank you to the hero who lost their life helping. Thank you to everyone who participated in the rescue.
To see the accurate images of the cave, and to know that the cave divers somewhat successfully bring those boys back is giving me astonished feeling. Like it such a risky decision, they're trully incredible ❤ And rest in peace for Saman Kunan, you will be remembered.
It’s amazing what humans can do
This is absolutely the most insane documentary I’ve ever seen….my jaw was on the floor the entire time.
Been 6 years and im still grateful for all the authorities and divers who put their time and life in line just to save the kids. Hope for humanity. September 2024
Ill never ever get tired of hearing this story and all the different documentaries that tie in different perspectives such artistry, physical skills, digitals skills and powerful storytelling. I once was religious and turned away from the church to seek God on my own terms. THIS coincidentally was the story that God spoke to me through. A religious place of worship happens to flood at the same time as 13 young boys happen to be caught in it. They SURVIVE and the truth behind it seems almost impossible to wrap around anyones head. The fact that all political conflict could halt just to save these boys. I am a staunch believer in science and yet only God's powerful hands could have made this be the case. The brave navy seal who lost his life in this pursuit did not die in vain. I truly believe God will reward him for his part in this.
Its incredible that all 13 made it out. A ton of things could have gone wrong on those rescue dives and in the anesthetic procedure. They basically just tried something that would have taken a decades of papers and experiments to try to prove feasible. The cave by itself is challenging for experienced cave divers. But they had to carry an unconcious child, make sure they didnt dislodge their mask even slightly, make sure they held the line in zero visibility, go through constrictions, make it through each section in time to resupply gas, make sure the boys were breathing, AND inject them with sedative if they starting show signs of gaining conciousness. The amount sheer nerve over 4 hours must have been exhausting.