Pahlavi Dynasty History

Documenting the historical period of the Pahlavi dynasty from 1925 to 1979

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The Pahlavi dynasty ruled Iran from 1925 until the Islamic Revolution of 1979. This section provides comprehensive documentation of this significant period in Iranian history, including the reigns of Reza Shah Pahlavi and his son Mohammad Reza Shah Pahlavi.

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January 17, 2026

From Soldier to Shah. The 1921 Coup and the Rise of the Pahlavi Dynasty 1921-1925

Iran’s modern monarchy began with a dramatic shift of power after the 1921 coup, when Reza Khan rose from military commander to national leader and founded the Pahlavi dynasty in 1925.

Pahlavi Dynasty History

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From Soldier to Shah. The 1921 Coup and the Rise of the Pahlavi Dynasty 1921-1925

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