An outstanding achievement in Thailand

[markpot]

An astounding achievement. Waching the press conference was incredible,such integrity  and honesty from the bcra and everyone involved  :thumbsup,made me feel proud to be part of the British caving community.

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[Pegasus]

Interview with John Volanthen:

'Can you see what you did was fairly remarkable?'......fairly??

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8p8XFvRJD7Q

I doubt it's the 'full story', however...

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-44791998

 

[ZombieCake]

This popped up on YouTube recommendations:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4zT_G1syzEI
What a totally remarkable thing to do. Amazing efforts form all people and nations involved.  Maybe 'thirteen' isn't such an unlucky number.

 

[Pegasus]

Mail on Sunday today:

http://www.mailonsunday.co.uk/news/article-5954605/British-diver-heroes-reveal-fears-Thai-cave-rescue-getting-lost-underwater-boys-bravery.html

 

[Badlad]

From the comments, "some heroes wear neoprene" 

 

[alanw]

BBC article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-44715684 "Caving in the UK: 'The last true wilderness".

Mentions New to Caving

 

[Badlad]

Quote

"UK website New to Caving says some caves are very safe while others may present serious dangers."

How true 

 

[Mrs Trellis]

Good account in today's Sunday Times pp2&3