The book you are referring to is "Step On a Crack" by James Patterson.
High gas prices and oil shortages.
Iranian radicals holding U.S. hostages
Iranian radicals holding U.S. hostages
The name "Iran Hostage Crisis" implies that there were hostages held by the Iranian government and this holding of hostages fomented a crisis.
Hostage negotiater
Iranian radicals holding U.S. hostages
Iranian radicals holding U.S. hostages
Yes, the Romans did hold hostages as a political and military strategy. They often took hostages from conquered peoples or allied states to ensure loyalty and compliance. These hostages were typically members of the elite or nobility, and their safety was used as a guarantee for the good behavior of their families or communities. Holding hostages was a common practice in ancient warfare to maintain control and deter rebellion.
You can plan a funeral any day but the holding of a funeral is different. Funerals are held Mondays to Saturdays and are not held on a Sunday.
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Blackbeards crimes were major piracy, theft, muder, holding hostages, selling stolen goods etc.