Iranian History

In 1935, Nowruz marked a turning point in Iran’s history as Reza Shah redefined the nation with his motto: "God, Shah, Nation." His reforms reshaped Iran’s military, economy, and infrastructure.
A new king, a unified nation, and a country on the brink of transformation. As Reza Shah Pahlavi seizes power, he reshapes Iran with relentless ambition, even at the cost
The Pahlavi Crown is one of the most iconic artifacts of Iranian crown jewels. The crown was used during the coronations of Reza Shah and his son Mohammad Reza Shah.
After abolishing the Qajar dynasty, Reza Shah's coronation in 1926 marked the birth of the Pahlavi dynasty and a new era for Iran.
In the aftermath of the parliament's vote to abolish the Qajar dynasty, Reza Khan and his team lay the groundwork for his ascension to the throne and his official coronation
Facing opposition from all sides, Reza Khan uses his skill to break down the Qajar regime and the creation of
From the Tobacco protests to the rise of Reza Khan, this is the story of the collapse of the Qajar dynasty's 170 year reign in Iran.
The Qajar dynasty was the embodiment of ineffectiveness. Tyrants incapable of true tyranny. This is the story of their demise. Listen to book one recap to get ready for new
The fall of house of Qajar and the rise of Reza Shah and the Pahlavi dynasty. Listen to book two of The Lion and the Sun on Jan. 29!
How Reza Khan amasses an army and faces Sheikh Khaz’al and his unchecked rule in Khuzestan
The story of Sheikh Khaz'al, the powerful tribal leader who ruled over Khuzestan , and his clash with Reza Khan.
How Iran (almost) became a secular republic! Reza Khan’s ambitious journey to reshape Persia: from a republic dream to a monarchy reality.
How the 1921 coup changed Iran's political dynamic and brought Reza Khan into the spotlight
Reza Khan's army marches toward Arabistan, Khaz'al tries to unite local tribes against the government and the battle for Arabistan reaches its breaking point.
A defiant Sheikh, a province rich in oil, and Reza Khan’s push to unify a fractured Iran. The story of Arabistan and how one local tribe became the biggest threat

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