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Iran Hostage Crisis

Canadians help six flee Tehran

United Press International

Six Americans safely fled Iran in recent days after hiding out in the Canadian Embassy there for almost three months, U.S. and Canadian officials confirmed.

Hitch over Iranian funds transfer delays release of hostages

By United Press International

A hitch today apparently delayed the release of the 52 American hostages from Tehran.

Iran frees American hostages on 444th day of captivity

By DAVID COWELL, United Press International

Jan. 5 (UPI) --Iran freed the 52 American hostages today on the 444th day of captivity.

Iran frees American hostages on 444th day of captivity

Jubilant hostages thank America

By JOSEPH A. REAVES

WIESBADEN, West Germany, Jan. 21, 1981 (UPI) -- Fifty-two Americans arrived today to the cheers of delirious countrymen waving the Stars and Stripes.

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