Historical Events tagged with "wwii"
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Military & Warfare
Soviet Forces Capture Tehran During Invasion
September 17th, 1941 83 years ago
Soviet forces entered Tehran, Iran, marking a key moment during the Anglo-Soviet invasion. The invasion was prompted by fears of German influence in Iran. As Allied forces sought to secure oil supplies and safeguard transportation routes, they swiftly advanced through the country. Tehran was subsequently occupied, leading to important geopolitical changes in the region.
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