The Alexander family were taken hostage November 1997 by Taiwan's most-wanted criminal, Chen Chin-hsing, a murderous desperado. South African diplomat Mac Alexander, his wife, two daughters, and a foster baby were held at gunpoint, used as human shields in shoot-outs with the police, and two of them were wounded in the crossfire. Demanding justice for his imprisoned wife, Chen threatened to commit suicide once his mission was accomplished. Besieged by media and police, confusion ensued; but several heroes rose above the danger; and through miraculous intervention, the Alexander's faith overcame and even grasped the heart of Chen Chin-hsing. Includes on-the-scene news photos and personal photos. This was one of Taiwan's biggest news stories ever. The Alexanders showed the world a stunning example of Christ's forgiveness in the midst of terror, violence and revenge. McGill Alexander is a retired career soldier who served as Brigadier General in the South African Army. During 1996-1997 he was on assignment in Taipei, Taiwan, as South Africa's military attache.