
Iran and the U.S., Part One: Four Days in August
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The Unraveling of the 1953 Coup in Iran
This chapter explores the failed coup against Prime Minister Mossadegh in 1953, detailing the chaotic events of the arrest attempt. It emphasizes the lasting political ramifications for Iran and the United States, foreshadowing future conflicts between the two countries.
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