Kenneth D. Taylor

Kenneth Douglas "Ken" Taylor, OC (October 5, 1934 – October 15, 2015) was a Canadian diplomat, educator and businessman. He was best known for his role in the 1979 covert operation called the "Canadian Caper" which helped free some hostages during the Iran hostage crisis.

Taylor died in New York City from colon cancer at the age of 81.

References

Other websites
 Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada Complete List of Posts 

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