Can You Pass This 1970s History Quiz?

In 1979, the longest hostage crisis in history began. What was it called?

Retry Correct Incorrect The Iran Hostage Crisis began on November 4, 1979, after a group of Iranian revolution supporters took over the American Embassy in Iran. The 52 diplomats were held hostage for 444 days.

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In 1979, the longest hostage crisis in history began. What was it called?

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