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Former Hostages / Rescue Missions #70494

ABC Evening News for Wednesday, Mar 11, 1981
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(Studio) Former Iran hostage Bruce Laingen said supporting future armed rescue missions; details given.
REPORTER: Frank Reynolds

(DC) Laingen's response to President Reagan's pledge of retribution in future hostage situations noted. [LAINGEN - comments on Reagan's vow not to negotiate.] Democrat response to Laingen's defense of President Carter's action cited. [Representative Lee HAMILTON - notes Laingen is present due to negotiations.] [Former hostage Colonel Charles SCOTT - says unsuccessful rescue mission impressed Iranians.] Laingen quoted with regard to future hostage situations.
REPORTER: David Ensor

Reporter(s):
Ensor, David;
Reynolds, Frank
Duration:
00:01:30

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