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Reza Shah's Abdication - 1941

Reza Shah’s Abdication: The 1941 Iran Invasion That Ended His Reign

This is the transcript for Book Two, episode 10 of The Lion and the Sun podcast: Reza Shah’s Abdication. When…

The Shah, the Nazis, and the Invasion: Impact of World War II on Iran

As World War II begins, Reza Shah distances Iran from Britain and the Soviet Union, aligning more closely with Nazi Germany.

Born to Rule: Mohammad Reza Pahlavi’s Birth, Upbringing, and Rise to Power

The making of a monarch: How Reza Shah picked his heir and shaped his son, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, into Iran’s future king.

Reza Shah’s Radical Reforms: His Diplomatic Ties with Atatürk, Battle Against Tradition and Kashf-e Hijab

From the unveiling policy (Kashf-e Hijab) to his close ties with Atatürk, Reza Shah's vision for a secular Iran collides with the religious forces.

Ali Akbar Davar: Why the Father of Iran’s Modern Judiciary Ended His Life

The story of Ali Akbar Davar, the architect of Iran’s modern judiciary, and his tragic death under Reza Shah’s rule.
Reza Shah changing IRan through the motto "God, Shah, Nation"

God, Shah, Nation: Reza Shah’s Modernization of Iran

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.

The Fall of the Qajar Dynasty: How Reza Khan Transformed Iran in 1925

Facing opposition from all sides, Reza Khan uses his skill to break down the Qajar regime and the creation of

How Did the Qajar Dynasty Fall?

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 Khuzestan Conflict: How Reza Khan Reclaimed Iran’s Oil Province

How Reza Khan amasses an army and faces Sheikh Khaz’al and his unchecked rule in Khuzestan

Sheikh Khaz’al and the Rise of Arabistan: The Leader Who Challenged Iran’s Government

The story of Sheikh Khaz'al, the powerful tribal leader who ruled over Khuzestan , and his clash with Reza Khan.
Reza Khan's battle to turn Iran into a republic

The Republic That Never Was: Reza Khan and Iran’s Political Shift

How Iran (almost) became a secular republic! Reza Khan’s ambitious journey to reshape Persia: from a republic dream to a monarchy reality.

The Coup That Reshaped Iran: Rise of Reza Khan to Power

How the 1921 coup changed Iran's political dynamic and brought Reza Khan into the spotlight
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Iran and Russia: A Struggle for Power in the Constitutional Era

This is the transcript for Book One, episode 6 of The Lion and the Sun podcast: Russian Roulette about Iran…

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The Majlis Bombardment: How Persian Democracy Ended

An attack on parliament, a power hungry shah and the struggle of people for democracy.
Bombs, Betrayals and Broken Promises: The Rise and Fall of Iran’s First Parliament

Bombs, Betrayals and Broken Promises: Fall of Iran’s First Parliament

How a change in power doomed Iran's very first parliament. Story of Mohammad Ali Shah and his grudge against democracy.

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