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The capture of General Noriega, 1990
With General Noriega of Panama captured by US forces, Alistair Cooke chronicles the American dealings with Noriega and the relationship between the two countries.
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Fri 5 Jan 199021:00
BBC Radio 4
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The inauguration of George Bush, 1989
A review of George H W Bush's cabinet, and his campaign for the presidency.
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Iranian hostage rescue attempt, 1980
President Carter's attempt to rescue the US hostages being held in Iran ends in tragedy.
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- Fri 5 Jan 199021:00BBC Radio 4
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