Sam Goodwin Recounts His 63
- Sam Goodwin traveled to Syria in May 2019, aiming to visit every country in the world.
- He was captured shortly after arrival and spent 63 days in captivity, including 27 days in solitary confinement.
- His experiences and the efforts of his family to rescue him are detailed in his book.
Sam Goodwin, a seasoned traveler, aimed to visit every country in the world and reached Syria on May 25, 2019, after having traveled to 180 countries. Shortly after his arrival, he was forcibly taken by armed men and spent 27 days in solitary confinement, stripped of his possessions and communication. Despite the dire situation, Goodwin found solace in his faith, believing that being alone with God provided him strength. After solitary confinement, he was moved to a cell with other prisoners, where he remained for an additional 35 days, unaware of the rescue efforts by his family. His ordeal lasted a total of 63 days, during which he was accused of espionage. Goodwin later chronicled his experiences and the extraordinary fight of his family to secure his release in his book, highlighting the importance of faith and resilience in the face of adversity.