Episodes 4
DC Sniper Case
Retrace each step of the Washington, D.C. snipers as they stalked their prey, toyed with police and sent waves of fear through the community. Deconstruct the events of those frightful weeks and the intense police struggle to stop the killers.
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Iran Hostage Crisis
At the U.S. Embassy in Tehran, Iran, on November 4, 1979, 66 Americans are taken hostage and held captive for 444 days. The U.S. makes several unsuccessful attempts to secure the release of the hostages, including, imposing harsh economic sanctions, breaking diplomatic relations with Iran, and planning a military rescue mission. Finally, in January 1981, Algerian diplomats mediate an agreement between the U.S. and Iran, securing the freedom of the hostages.
Read MoreOsama's Escape
After the September 11 attacks on America, President Bush said he wanted Osama bin Laden "dead or alive." Find out how the infamous terrorist got away at Tora Bora and why he remains a moving target.
Read MoreJonestown Tragedy
Jonestown looks at the tragic death of 913 men, women and children who lived in a religious compound in the jungles of Guyana, South America, and investigates leader Jim Jones and his message of brotherhood and social justice.
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