January 19, 1981: U.S. and Iran Agreement Frees 52 American Hostages

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Pete

Pete

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On January 19, 1981, an agreement was signed between the United States and Iran, leading to the release of 52 American hostages who had been held in captivity for 14 long months. On the 20th of January 20 minutes after Ronald Reagan was inaugurated as President they were released.


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