Historical Events tagged with "caper"
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Politics & Government
American Diplomats Escape Hostilities in Iran
January 27th, 1980 45 years ago
In a covert operation, six American diplomats managed to escape from Iran amid escalating tensions during the Iranian Revolution. Utilizing the support of the Canadian government, the diplomats were smuggled out of the country disguised as a film crew working on a fictional movie. This daring escape, known as the Canadian Caper, highlighted the collaboration between Canada and the United States in a time of crisis, underscoring the complex international relations at play during this turbulent period in history.
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