In an attempt to trap the Japanese ship that has been tailing them, Pete Bethune puts it all on the line. Success means risking years in a Japanese prison. Failure could end his life.
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Whale Wars: Pete Bethune Risks It All
In an attempt to trap the Japanese ship that has been tailing them, Pete Bethune puts it all on the line. Success means risking years in a Japanese prison. Failure could end his life.
Added: Jul 23, 2010
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Runtime: 02:37
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