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Originally Posted by badkarma318
I give him credit for having the stones to approve Operation Eagle Claw (Delta's mission to rescue the hostages being held in Iran). Contrary to popular belief, the members of Delta did not "fail" - they never got the chance to carry out their mission, due to aircraft-related problems/tragedy at the Desert One staging area.
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Due to problems, he created by not supporting the Shah of Iran and not adequately maintaining the military.