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Michaela DePrince: The war orphan who became a ballerina

The US air force deserter who resurfaced in Sweden 28 years later and the extraordinary story of ballerina Michaela DePrince

Extraordinary personal stories from around the world.

Today, the curious case of David Hemler, the man who claims to be an American serviceman who deserted from the air force in 1984. He recently resurfaced in Sweden after living a secret life for 28 years.

And Michaela DePrince - the war orphan from Sierra Leone who made her dreams come true by becoming a professional ballerina.

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28 minutes

Last on

Thu 30 Aug 2012 01:32GMT

Broadcasts

  • Wed 29 Aug 2012 12:32GMT
  • Wed 29 Aug 2012 23:32GMT
  • Thu 30 Aug 2012 01:32GMT

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