SAS Storm Iranian Embassy in London (1980) | A Day That Shook the World

A Day That Shook the World recalls the days of the 20th century that proved to be era-defining and pivotal in the course of modern history. These are the days on which political revolutions, technological breakthroughs, and sporting triumphs took place, and whose effects were felt the world-over. Beginning with the funeral of Queen Victoria and recounting such iconic events as the Hindenburg airship disaster and the Cuban Missile Crisis, the series also contains concise overviews of more recent events such as the Asian Tsunami and the 2012 Olympic bid. Narrated by John Humphrys. SAS Storm Iranian Embassy in London (1980). A Day that Shook the World. On May 5 1980, after the Iranian embassy in London is held hostage, British SAS sensationally storm the embassy. A Day That Shook The World is the classic series that recalls the days of the 20th century that proved to be era-defining and pivotal in the course of modern history. Check out our A Day That Shook the World playlist: