Mohammad Reza Pahlavi
Shah of Iran and political leader
Born
October 26th, 1919
106 years ago
Died
July 27th, 1980
45 years ago — 60 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Iran
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Ascended to the throne of Iran in 1941. Implemented modernization and secularization policies, known as the White Revolution, which included land reforms and women's rights advancements. Faced opposition from various groups, leading to socio-political unrest. The monarchy ended in 1979 with the Iranian Revolution, leading to exile in the United States. Died in 1980 in Cairo, Egypt.
Implemented the White Revolution
Faced the Iranian Revolution
Reigned from 1941 to 1979
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