Journalists and family members wait for news of trapped cave explorer Floyd Collins at the Kentucky site in 1925

The transcript describes the dramatic and ultimately tragic attempt to rescue Floyd Collins, a young man trapped in a cave. Despite the rescue team's efforts and his father's constant vigil, Collins was found deceased, just 300 feet from the cave entrance.

Describe the situation that the rescue team faced while trying to reach Floyd.

What was the relationship between Floyd and the aged father mentioned in the text?

What was the emotional state of Floyd's father during the rescue attempt?

What was the outcome of the rescue attempt for Floyd?

How far was Floyd's body found from the entrance to The Cave?