To fully appreciate this story, you probably need to have an understanding of the events from September 11, 2001. It was a horrible day for our country and thousands of lives were lost due to terroristic efforts.
14 Cows for America is the true story of a native Maasai man, Kimeli, who was studying in New York City when the attacks happened. In his homeland, cows are a vital part of people's lives. His goal of saving enough to own a cow, changed to offering this important symbol as a gift to aid in healing our nation. In speaking with his elders, they also decide to contribute cows until the resultant gift is fourteen!
Once the "story" ends there is a note from Kimeli who brings us up to date on these sacred, healing cows and shares bits of his culture. He makes it clear why this seemingly simple gesture meant so much to America and a tiny village in Kenya halfway around the world.
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