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Ingrid Betancourt

Ingrid Betancourt is a Colombian politician born on December 25, 1961. She served as a senator in Colombia and was taken hostage by the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) in 2002. During her six-year captivity, she demonstrated remarkable courage and resilience. In 2006, she was successfully rescued, becoming a global symbol of bravery and determination. more

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