VOICED : In rebel-held Aleppo, Abu Omar clings to his collection of cars

VOICED : In rebel-held Aleppo, Abu Omar clings to his collection of cars

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History, Social Studies, Other

9th - 10th Grade

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The video tells the story of a car collector living in Aleppo amidst the Syrian conflict. Despite losing some of his 24 vintage cars to shelling, he remains emotionally attached to them, likening their damage to personal loss. At 69, he lives alone in a deteriorating house, valuing the durability and authenticity of old cars. Despite offers to sell, he hopes to pass them to his children after the war. The video highlights the resilience of both the collector and his cars in the face of adversity.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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