It was a semester of student teaching in Nairobi that opened Jessica Buchanan’s heart to Africa. It is yet to be seen how another singular — but harrowing — experience, being held by pirates for three months, will shape her. Navy SEALs rescued Buchanan and fellow aid worker Poul Thisted in a daring overnight raid.

CNN.com – U.S.

Tags: Africa, passion, rescued, workers

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