nov 4, 1979 - Iranian Hostage Situation

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When: The crisis began on November 4, 1979
Where: the crisis was in the U.S. embassy in Tehrān
Who: more than 50 americans were held hostage for 444 days
What: On November 4, 1979, Iranian students stole 55 and more americans for over a year. This happened during the start of the Iranian Revolution
Why: it started the iranian revolution
Impact:The us was forced to condend hostile power in a vital region that could cause problems to americas allies

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