BBC One - The Rescue: 54 Hours Under the Ground

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After a freak accident, George Linnane was left with multiple injuries within Britain’s deepest cave system. This drama documentary set in the Brecon Beacons tells the story of his 54-hour-long rescue

After a freak accident, experienced caver George Linnane was left with multiple life-threatening injuries within Britain’s deepest cave system. This drama documentary set in the Brecon Beacons tells the story of his remarkable 54-hour-long rescue.

With George’s life hanging in the balance, a team of over 300 individuals came to the rescue, from Wales and across the UK, to try and save his life and bring him safely to the surface.

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