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Female heroes of WW2 and the Iranian Revolution

The History Hour

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Extravagance Amidst Rising Dissent: The 2,500 Year Celebration of the Persian Empire

This chapter explores the grand 1971 celebration of the Persian Empire's 2,500th anniversary, showcasing the extravagance and luxury orchestrated by the Shah of Iran. It reveals how the excessive display of wealth catalyzed public dissent and undermined the Shah's legitimacy.

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