Melis
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Why was Persia changed to Iran?
“Persian” was the historical name of one of the ethnic groups in Iran. With the reforms Reza Shah was implementing, the adoption of a new name for the country was seen as restoring Iran's historical legacy. While Persia had fallen victim to imperialism, Iran would be free from foreign control.
“Persian” was the historical name of one of the ethnic groups in Iran. With the reforms Reza Shah was implementing, the adoption of a new name for the country was seen as restoring Iran's historical legacy. While Persia had fallen victim to imperialism, Iran would be free from foreign control.