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No. Shah Mohammed Reza Pahlavi was a Shiite Muslim. Some have said, in an accusatory tone (and without evidence) that he was Jewish because he maintained good relations with the State of Israel. It is unfortunate than many in the Islamic World can not imagine that a Muslim of sound character could make peace with Jews.
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What is the shah of Iran before the Iran Hostage Crisis's name?
Mohammed Reza Pahlavi
In what way did mohammed reza pahlavi want to change Iran?
Reza Shah Pahlavi attempted to modernize Iran by constructing roads, industrial plants, and dams. He also had libraries built and his government established universities and modern schools that were based on European education.
Why was Mohammad Reza Pahlavi famous?
Mohammad Reza Pahlavi was well known for being the Shah of Iran. Mohammad Reza Pahlavi was the Shah from 1941 until 1979.
Why was Reza Pahlavi sent to exile?
Presumably he was exiled to prevent him from overshadowing his son Mohammed Reza Pahlavi who was put in power by the British and the Soviets as he was more amenable to their aims.
Who established the modern state of Iran in 1935?
Reza Shah Pahlavi.
