Fourth anniversary report on storming of US Embassy, Tehran

Title

Fourth anniversary report on storming of US Embassy, Tehran

Genre

News report; Interview

TX Date

Unknown

Year of production

1983

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Duration

00:07:26

Description

On the fourth anniversary of the storming by militant Iranian students of the US Embassy in Tehran on 04/11/79, a report on the psychological problems suffered by many of the former US hostages since their release on 20/01/81, and on political developments in Iran. Includes archive Andrew Simmons report and interview with Louise Kennedy, wife of hostage Moorhead. Male reporter not identified.

Contributors

Louisa Kennedy; Andrew Simmons

Keywords

USA; Iran; Politics; Embassies and consulates; Tehran; Mental health; Hostages; Embassy buildings; Diplomats; Psychological effects; American (cultural identity)

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