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==History== | ==History== | ||
Iran, historically known as Persia, is one of the world's oldest continuous major civilizations, with settlements dating back to 4000 BC. The Medes unified Iran as a nation and empire in 625 BC, and | Iran, historically known as Persia, is one of the world's oldest continuous major civilizations, with settlements dating back to 4000 BC. The Medes unified Iran as a nation and empire in 625 BC, and the Achaemenid Empire, founded by Cyrus the Great in 550 BC, became one of the largest empires in history. Under Darius I, the Achaemenid Empire encompassed the Balkans and Eastern Europe in the west to the Indus Valley in the east, and from the Caucasus and Central Asia in the north to Egypt and Libya in the south. | ||
The Safavid dynasty, established in 1501, | In the medieval period, Iran experienced significant cultural and scientific achievements, particularly during the Islamic Golden Age. The Safavid dynasty, established in 1501, marked a turning point by making Shia Islam the state religion, which has had a lasting impact on Iranian identity. This era also saw Iran becoming a major center of art, architecture, and philosophy. During the Ottoman period, Iran and the Ottoman Empire were often in conflict, particularly over control of territories in the Caucasus and Mesopotamia | ||
Throughout the 20th and 21st centuries, Iran experienced significant waves of emigration to the United States, Canada, Germany, and the United Kingdom, particularly among educated professionals, due to political and economic factors. The 1979 Iranian Revolution transformed the country from a monarchy into an Islamic republic, leading to profound political, social, and economic shifts. Today, Iran continues to play a crucial role in regional and global affairs, balancing its rich cultural heritage with contemporary challenges.<ref>"History of Iran," Wikipedia, updated 30 November 2024, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_Iran.</ref> | |||
==Timeline== | ==Timeline== | ||
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* '''4000 BC''' Early settlements in Iran. | * '''4000 BC''' Early settlements in Iran. | ||
* '''625 BC''' The Medes unify Iran as a nation and empire. | * '''625 BC''' The Medes unify Iran as a nation and empire. | ||
* '''550 BC''' | * '''550 BC''' Cyrus the Great founds the Achaemenid Empire, one of the largest empires in history. | ||
* '''1501''' The Safavid dynasty is established, making Shia Islam the state religion and turning Iran into a major center of art, architecture, and philosophy. | |||
* '''1501''' | |||
* '''1588–1629''' Shah Abbas I strengthens the Safavid Empire and fosters arts and architecture. | * '''1588–1629''' Shah Abbas I strengthens the Safavid Empire and fosters arts and architecture. | ||
* '''16th-17th centuries''' Iran and the Ottoman Empire frequently conflict over territories in the Caucasus and Mesopotamia. | * '''16th-17th centuries''' Iran and the Ottoman Empire frequently conflict over territories in the Caucasus and Mesopotamia. | ||
* '''1722''' The fall of the Safavid Empire due to internal strife and external pressures. | * '''1722''' The fall of the Safavid Empire due to internal strife and external pressures. | ||
* '''1796''' The Qajar dynasty is established by Agha Mohammad Khan, who reunites Persia and makes Tehran the capital. | * '''1796''' The Qajar dynasty is established by Agha Mohammad Khan, who reunites Persia and makes Tehran the capital. | ||
* '''192'''5 Reza Khan overthrows the last Qajar ruler and established the Pahlavi dynasty. This transition marked a significant shift in Iran's political landscape, leading to further modernization and centralization efforts under the new regime. | |||
* '''20th-21st centuries''' Significant waves of emigration to the United States, Canada Germany, and the United Kingdom. | |||
* '''1979''' The Iranian Revolution, led by Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, transforms Iran from a monarchy into an Islamic republic, leading to significant political, social, and economic changes. | * '''1979''' The Iranian Revolution, led by Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, transforms Iran from a monarchy into an Islamic republic, leading to significant political, social, and economic changes. | ||
* '''1989–present''' | * '''1989–present''' Ali Khamenei serves as the Supreme Leader of Iran.<ref>"Visual Timeline of Iran," Iranopedia, https://www.iranopedia.com/iran-timeline.</ref> | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
[[Category:Iran]] | [[Category:Iran]] | ||
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In other languages: فارسیOnline Resources[edit | edit source]
- Iranian Institute for Contemporary Historical Studies - The institute is focused on the modern history of Iran, dating back to the 19th century. It contains an archive with collections of photos and documents about significant leaders, articles, and an oral history project.
- Geneanet - A French genealogical society with 30 historical books about Iran which cover multiple timeframes and rulers. The books have been digitized but a paid subscription is required to access them.
- Persian Culture - TOTA, gives general information about Persian Culture
History[edit | edit source]
Iran, historically known as Persia, is one of the world's oldest continuous major civilizations, with settlements dating back to 4000 BC. The Medes unified Iran as a nation and empire in 625 BC, and the Achaemenid Empire, founded by Cyrus the Great in 550 BC, became one of the largest empires in history. Under Darius I, the Achaemenid Empire encompassed the Balkans and Eastern Europe in the west to the Indus Valley in the east, and from the Caucasus and Central Asia in the north to Egypt and Libya in the south.
In the medieval period, Iran experienced significant cultural and scientific achievements, particularly during the Islamic Golden Age. The Safavid dynasty, established in 1501, marked a turning point by making Shia Islam the state religion, which has had a lasting impact on Iranian identity. This era also saw Iran becoming a major center of art, architecture, and philosophy. During the Ottoman period, Iran and the Ottoman Empire were often in conflict, particularly over control of territories in the Caucasus and Mesopotamia
Throughout the 20th and 21st centuries, Iran experienced significant waves of emigration to the United States, Canada, Germany, and the United Kingdom, particularly among educated professionals, due to political and economic factors. The 1979 Iranian Revolution transformed the country from a monarchy into an Islamic republic, leading to profound political, social, and economic shifts. Today, Iran continues to play a crucial role in regional and global affairs, balancing its rich cultural heritage with contemporary challenges.[1]
Timeline[edit | edit source]
- 4000 BC Early settlements in Iran.
- 625 BC The Medes unify Iran as a nation and empire.
- 550 BC Cyrus the Great founds the Achaemenid Empire, one of the largest empires in history.
- 1501 The Safavid dynasty is established, making Shia Islam the state religion and turning Iran into a major center of art, architecture, and philosophy.
- 1588–1629 Shah Abbas I strengthens the Safavid Empire and fosters arts and architecture.
- 16th-17th centuries Iran and the Ottoman Empire frequently conflict over territories in the Caucasus and Mesopotamia.
- 1722 The fall of the Safavid Empire due to internal strife and external pressures.
- 1796 The Qajar dynasty is established by Agha Mohammad Khan, who reunites Persia and makes Tehran the capital.
- 1925 Reza Khan overthrows the last Qajar ruler and established the Pahlavi dynasty. This transition marked a significant shift in Iran's political landscape, leading to further modernization and centralization efforts under the new regime.
- 20th-21st centuries Significant waves of emigration to the United States, Canada Germany, and the United Kingdom.
- 1979 The Iranian Revolution, led by Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, transforms Iran from a monarchy into an Islamic republic, leading to significant political, social, and economic changes.
- 1989–present Ali Khamenei serves as the Supreme Leader of Iran.[2]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ "History of Iran," Wikipedia, updated 30 November 2024, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_Iran.
- ↑ "Visual Timeline of Iran," Iranopedia, https://www.iranopedia.com/iran-timeline.