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Christmas in Tehran During the 1979 Iran Hostage Crisis

The New Yorker Radio Hour

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Christmas in Crisis: A 1979 Tale

This chapter narrates a poignant personal story of Christmas celebrations in Tehran during the tumultuous Iran Hostage Crisis. It captures the mix of faith, courage, and the complex emotions of families as they navigate holiday traditions amidst a backdrop of political unrest.

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