1 nov 1979 - Iran Hostage Crisis of 1979
Description:
The Iran hostage crisis, which began in November 1979, involved Iranian students seizing the U.S. Embassy in Tehran and holding over 50 American citizens hostage for 444 days. The crisis stemmed from a combination of factors, including the Iranian Revolution and the U.S. decision to allow the ousted Shah of Iran to enter the country for medical treatment.Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
1 nov 1979
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 45 ans