"Rachel Was was written in remembrance of the life of Rachel Aliene Corrie (1979-2003). Rachel lost her life March 16, 2003 in Gaza. She was 23 years old. Rachel lived her life working for peace and social justice. She was a gifted writer and poet. From an early age Rachel had strong convictions and sought to create a better world for everyone, protecting those less privileged, in whatever capacity she felt possible. Her journey eventually took her to the Gaza Strip. Rachel died trying to help a...