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History of Conflicts » Mapping of Political Violence in Lebanon » UK nationals Hazel Moss and Amanda McGrath who was an AUB teacher were abducted in West Beirut. They were released on October 8, 1985
Conflict Incident Report
UK nationals Hazel Moss and Amanda McGrath who was an AUB teacher were abducted in West Beirut. They were released on October 8, 1985
Associated Timeline/Case:
Old Wars, New Wars | January, 1983 to December, 1988
Date of incident:
September 26, 1985 to October 8, 1985
Death toll:
0persons
Number of Injured:
0persons
September 26, 1985: UK nationals Hazel Moss and Amanda McGrath who was an AUB teacher were abducted in West Beirut. They were released on October 8, 1985.
Primary category:
Hostage Taking Situation [inc. attempt, release]
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