Iranian Hostage Crisis

Iranian Revolution Begins

Jan 13, 1978

Iranians start to protest and revolt against the Shah and his corrupt government

The Iranian Revolution Ends

Apr 1, 1979

Students take control of American Embassy

Nov 4, 1979

While in support of Iran's revolution, 300-500 students take control of the American Embassy, starting the Iranian Hostage Crisis of 1979-1981

Operation Eagle Claw executed

Apr 24, 1980

Operation Eagle Claw was an operation that was meant for saving the hostages in Iran, ending in a complete failure.

Shah Dies

Jul 17, 1980

Shah pahlavi dies in the U.S. after a long fight with cancer

Hostages Are Released

Jan 20, 1981

Literally after days of Regan serving in office, the hostages were released. They were held in captivity for 444 days.

Ronald Regan gets elected

Nov 4, 1989

Ronald Regan gets elected as the new U.S president. One of the main reasons why Regan got elected was because of Carter's lack of concentration with the hostages