USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -This terrorist act triggered the most profound crisis of the Carter presidency and began a personal ordeal for Jimmy Carter and the American people that lasted 444 days. President Carter committed himself to the safe return of the hostages while protecting America’s interests and prestige.

Detailed explanation-2: -On January 20, 1981, the hostages were finally freed-but only after Ronald Reagan had been sworn in as president.

Detailed explanation-3: -Political consequences President Carter continued to attempt to secure the hostages’ release before his presidency’s end. On 20 January 1981, minutes after Carter’s term ended, the 52 US captives held in Iran were released, ending the 444-day Iran hostage crisis.