Tehran hostage Richard Queen released

Title

Tehran hostage Richard Queen released

Genre

News report; Press conference

TX Date

Unknown

Year of production

1980

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Duration

00:01:15

Description

Report on the release of former hostage Richard Queen, Vice Consul at the US embassy in Tehran, by Iranian militants, due to the onset of multiple sclerosis. His parents, Harold Queen and Jeanne Queen speak to press. 52 hostages remain. Male reporter not identified.

Contributors

Harold Queen; Jeanne Queen

Keywords

USA; Iran; Health; Embassies and consulates; Tehran; Hostages; Embassy buildings; Diplomats; Parents; Family relationships; Fathers; Mothers; Multiple sclerosis; Richard Queen; Harold Queen; Jeanne Queen

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