Freedom at last for Chile's miners

  • 14 years ago
In a triumphant moment shared by millions around the world, a trapped Chilean miner broke through the surface overnight Tuesday, ending 69 days of underground captivity and leading the way for 32 others behind him. The complex operation, which involves bringing each miner up from more than 600 meters in a rocket-like rescue capsule, has drawn massive interest and turned the global spotlight on Chile.Duration: 01:42