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Americans Shine Lights for Iran Hostages - December 24, 1980

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On this day, December 24, 1980, Americans across the country united to honor the 52 hostages held during the Iran hostage crisis. Citizens lit candles and shined lights for 417 seconds—a symbolic gesture representing each day the hostages had been in captivity since their abduction on November 4, 1979.

This powerful display of solidarity was a testament to the nation’s collective hope and resolve during a deeply challenging time. The hostages were eventually released on January 20, 1981, after 444 days in captivity.
 
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