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Pahlavi dynasty

Imagine a royal family ruling a whole country for many years! That was the Pahlavi dynasty!

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Persian Silk Brocade - Paisley - Persian Paisley - Pahlavi Dynasty

Persian Silk Brocade - Paisley - Persian Paisley - Pahlavi Dynasty

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Kingdom of Iran Symbol Lion Sun Crown with Sword (Pahlavi Dynasty)
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Chronology of the Pahlavi dynasty
Polychrome mosaic corner tiles from Iran, Pahlavi dynasty, Doris Duke Foundation for Islamic Art
Iran 6R The 50th Anniversary of the Pahlavi Dynasty
Lion and Sun (Pahlavi Dynasty)
Kingdom of Iran 100 Rials Banknote for 50th Anniversary of Pahlavi Dynasty (reverse)
Coat of Arms of Pahlavi dynasty
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Kingdom of Iran 100 Rials Banknote for 50th Anniversary of Pahlavi Dynasty (obverse)
Imperial Emblem of the Pahlavi Dynasty (Lion and Sun)

Key Facts

Last Ruling Family
The Pahlavi dynasty was the final royal family to rule Iran.
Started By a Soldier
Reza Shah Pahlavi, a soldier, founded the dynasty in 1925.
Ruled For Many Years
They were in charge of Iran for over 50 years.
Inspired by Ancient Iran
The dynasty looked back to Iran's ancient past for inspiration.

Meet the Pahlavis: Iran's Last Kings!

Once upon a time, in a land called Iran, there was a special family called the Pahlavi dynasty. They were the last royal family to rule Iran before things changed in 1979. Think of them like the captains of a big ship, steering the country for many years. They loved their country and wanted to make it strong and modern, like building new roads and schools.

How Did They Become Kings?

The first Pahlavi king, Reza Shah, wasn't born a prince! He was a brave soldier who became very important. He took charge in 1925, which is a super long time ago, even before your grandparents were born! He wanted Iran to be like a brand new, shiny car, full of new ideas and looking towards the future.

What Did They Do That Was Cool?

The Pahlavi kings were really proud of Iran's ancient history, like the stories of kings and queens from thousands of years ago! They wanted everyone to remember how amazing Iran was. They also built lots of new things, like universities and factories, to help people learn and work. It was like giving the country a big makeover!

The End of the Royal Ride

After ruling for many years, the Pahlavi dynasty's time as rulers came to an end in 1979. It was a big change for Iran! Even though they are not kings anymore, their story is an important part of Iran's history. It shows how countries can change and how people have different ideas about how things should be run.

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