Naser al-Din Shah of Qajar Iran
Monarch of Iran and modernizer.

Born
July 17th, 1831
193 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Iran
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Reign lasted from 1848 to 1896. Oversaw the introduction of modernization efforts in Iran, including changes in infrastructure, communication, and the military. Initiated the first major reforms in education and administration. First Persian monarch to travel to Europe, furthering diplomatic relations. His reign also saw the establishment of the first Iranian newspaper and the introduction of photography.
Introduced several modernization reforms in Iran
Traveled to Europe as the first Persian monarch
Established the first Iranian newspaper
Introduced photography to Iran
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