Ingrid Betancourt , the former Colombian-French presidential candidate, became a global symbol of survival after her six-year abduction by the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC).
by FARC guerrillas. She described the environment as one of "barbarity" where she and other hostages were treated as "merchandise" to be traded for jailed rebels. Proof-of-Life Videos Video Violacion Ingrid Betancourt Por Farc - Google
: During her six-year ordeal, several videos were released by the FARC to prove she was still alive. The most famous was seized in Proof-of-Life Videos : During her six-year ordeal, several
, showing a gaunt and despondent Betancourt staring at the ground, which became a global symbol of the hostages' plight. Inter-American Law Review The Rescue: Operation Jaque July 2, 2008 , the Colombian military executed Operation Jaque , a daring and bloodless rescue mission. Ingrid Betancourt was a Colombian politician and member
Ingrid Betancourt was a Colombian politician and member of the Liberal Party. She was a strong advocate for social justice and had been involved in politics for several years. Her abduction occurred while she was campaigning for president in the 2002 elections.