Kidnapped by guerrillas, a French legionnaire escapes and crosses the Andes
The former Colombian hostage managed to escape by overpowering his guard and stealing his rifle, while his hands were still tied.
Quick Look
A French legionnaire kidnapped by guerrillas in Colombia freed himself by overpowering his jailer before crossing the Andes for four days.
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Why It Matters
A French legionnaire was kidnapped by guerrillas in Colombia before managing to escape.
Kidnapped by guerrillas, the French legionnaire kidnapped in Colombia frees himself and crosses the Andes for four days
The former Colombian hostage managed to escape by overpowering his guard and stealing his rifle, while his hands were still tied.
Open Questions
- Which guerrilla group is responsible for the kidnapping?
- In which exact region of Colombia did the event occur?






