EPISODE · Mar 7, 2026 · 29 MIN
Episode 127: Iran part 2: the Shah, White Revolution and Islamic Revolution
from The Y in History · host Ajay Kaul
The Shah of Iran initiated the White Revolution in 1963, which aimed to modernize Iran through land reform, women's suffrage, literacy programs, and industrial growth. While it brought economic growth, it also caused social disruption and increased opposition, contributing to the 1979 Islamic Revolution.
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