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16. Iran 101 (The Last 100 Years in Iran) - Part 1
FromWiser World
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Length:
45 minutes
Released:
Oct 26, 2022
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Podcast episode
Description
A concise, foundational history of Iran from the late 1800s to mid-1950s. *Correction: When discussing the AIOC (Anglo Iranian Oil Company)'s revenue, I say 40 million dollars, but I what I meant is 40 million euros. What is the difference between Persia and Iran? What is a shah? Who were the major leaders from the late 1800s until 1953? When was oil discovered in Iran? How did the British and Russians influence Iran? Who was Mohammed Mossadegh and how did he affect the Iran we know today? We will learn the answers to these questions and more in this episode. Sources used in the making of this episode: Source ListSpecial thanks to my research assistant, Rachel Cox, for her incredible work on these episodes. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wiserworldpodcast/Website (sign up for email newsletter): https://wiserworldpodcast.com/To join the email list, click on the website link, and it will take you there.Song credit: "Heart of Indonesia" by mjmusics
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Oct 26, 2022
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