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How many years did Hiss actually serve of his sentence?

  • Three and a half years

  • Two years

  • Four years

  • Five years

Answer

Three and a half years was the duration of Hiss's incarceration. Despite maintaining his innocence throughout the trials and appeals, his conviction stood, resulting in imprisonment. After serving his sentence, Hiss continued to assert his innocence but faced obstacles in rebuilding his career and reputation.
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