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The Rest Is HistoryJanuary 29, 2026
639. Revolution in Iran: Death in the Desert (Part 4)
About This Episode
How did America respond after the American Embassy in Tehran was seized, and American citizens taken hostage? Would the hostages survive? And, what became of the Iranian Revolution, and Ayatollah Khomeini? Join Dominic and Tom, as they unfold the climactic conclusion to the Iranian Revolution, and America’s attempts to bring its hostages home. _______ Become a member today and join us at The Rest Is History Festival at Hampton Court Palace on the 4th and 5th of July 2026. This is a members-only event. Join the Athelstans for guaranteed entry or become a Friend of the Show to enter the ballot. You'll also get ad-free listening, bonus episodes, exclusive mini-series and more. Sign up now at therestishistory.com _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Video Editors: Jack Meek + Harry Swan Social Producer: Harry Balden Producers: Tabby Syrett & Aaliyah Akude
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“Major Boykin gets out the Bible and he reads from the first book of Samuel, recounting the story of David and Goliath.”
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American Kompromat
Craig Unger
“A book published as recently as 2024 by Craig Unger, an American journalist, discussing potential secret deals and conspiracies related to Reagan and the Iranians.”
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