It was a tricky task
With no time to waste, the sailors moved as close to the struggling elephant as they could safely get so that they could secure him with ropes. It was a difficult task; no one wanted to upset the animal or put him in any further danger than he was already in.
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He led the way
This valiant officer took the lead. He dove into the water, putting his life on the line to tie a rope around the frantic creature. But, unfortunately, even though the elephant was clearly in distress, he was still capable of injuring the officer.