The Canadian Caper: The Tehran Embassy Six Escape

from The Escape Artists · host Neon Nights Studio

In this episode, we delve into the audacious escape of six American diplomats from Iran during the 1979 hostage crisis. Known as 'The Canadian Caper', this escape was facilitated by the Canadian government and the CIA, who used the cover of a Hollywood film crew scouting locations for a science fiction movie. We'll explore the meticulous planning, the execution, and the international aftermath of this daring escape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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