Historical Events tagged with "Western hostages"
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Politics & Government
Terry A. Anderson Finally Freed from Captivity
December 4th, 1991 33 years ago
Terry A. Anderson was released after spending seven years as a hostage in Beirut, Lebanon. He was the last American captive in a series of kidnappings that targeted various Westerners during the Lebanese Civil War. His release was a significant moment for the families of other hostages and marked an end to a long and painful chapter for many involved. Anderson's freedom was negotiated by officials and was celebrated in the U.S. as a relief for those who had followed his story closely over the years.
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