Alejandro chose to base his research paper on the incredible story of 33 Chilean miners that were trapped underground for more than two months. The 120-year-old mine they were working had suddenly collapsed, forcing these workers to find refuge in a small, remote area with little food or water.  Temperatures in the mine in certain places reached as high as 122 degrees with up to 98% humidity.   By all accounts, they didn’t stand a chance.  The movie The 33 depicts the spirit of the miners, how they worked together to survive the ordeal.  Alejandro’s writing details both the political and technological challenges of the rescue effort.  For two weeks,  millions across the globe stayed glued to their television sets for any word on the 33.  If you didn’t watch it, you can now read about it.

To read Alejandro's complete research paper, please click on the following link: https://www.codborderline.org/2018/06/underground-tragedy-the-33-chilean-miners-miracle-rescue-complete-essay-by-alejandro-acosta-english-.html 

To watch the official trailer from the movie The 33, please click on the following video: