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nov 10, 1979 - Iran Hostage Crisis

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The Iran hostage crisis was a diplomatic standoff between Iran and the United States. Fifty-two American diplomats and citizens were held hostage for 444 days from November 4, 1979, to January 20, 1981. This was important to us because this involved the United States with Iran.

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nov 10, 1979
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~ 46 years ago