Basil Izzi Tells Story Of Being Adrift On Ocean For 83 Days

Basil Izzi Tells Story Of Being Adrift On Ocean For 83 Days

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The video recounts the harrowing survival story of five men adrift in the South Atlantic after their ship was torpedoed. With limited rations lasting only 16 days, they resorted to fishing and other survival tactics. Tragically, two men died during the 83-day ordeal. The survivors were eventually rescued by a Navy ship, marking the end of their grueling journey.

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How did the survivors manage to catch fish while at sea?

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What was the condition of the survivors when they were finally rescued?

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