Reza Pahlavi, christened the Last Shah, oversaw Iran for almost four decades. His rule was characterized by a complex tapestry of modernization and repression. While he ushered in sweeping reforms, his dictatorial tendencies and ruthless suppression of dissent ultimately sowed the seeds for his overthrow. The 1979 Iranian Revolution led to the end… Read More

From ancient times to modern/contemporary/current eras, Persia has been ruled by a line of powerful monarchs known as the Shahs. Their reign spanned centuries, leaving an enduring impact/influence/mark on Iranian society/culture/history. The rise of the Shah began with Cyrus the Great, who forged/built/founded the Achaemenid Empire in the 6th cent… Read More