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Crossing borders is no longer a straightforward endeavor. Most migrants must traverse heavily controlled zones, bribe officials, and navigate dangerous terrain—sometimes risking death by drowning, animal attack, or gang violence. The testimonies include accounts of individuals who attempted to swim around border walls or cross through desolate areas only to be caught or lost.
The border between Mexico and the U.S. is particularly deadly. The border wall is a stark symbol of this peril, with many attempting to scale or circumvent it, often at the cost of their lives. Small memorials marked by white crosses serve as sobering reminders of those who perished trying to cross illegally.