Experts say that Chileans have long boasted a strong sense of national identity . But the country has been plagued by political instability and economic stagnation for decades. The rescue has been many people 's introduction to Chile .
Experts say that Chileans have long boasted a strong sense of national identity . The miners ' rescue effort is described as a made-for-TV production showcasing Chilean excellence and pride . The rescue has been many people 's introduction to Chile .