Iran
First click here to watch a documentary on the Iranian Revolution.
Next read the World Book overview article.
Timeline of the Iranian Revolution
A summary of the revolution.
The Shah of Iran had become very unpopular in Iran for a variety of reasons. He was criticized fiercely for his attempts at reform that he called the White Revolution.
Slideshow of the Iranian Revolution.
A news correspondent remembers covering the revolution.
The revolution from the perspective of Iranians.
History Channel video on American oil embargo during the hostage crisis.
Background on the Ayatollah Khomeini.
The BBC reports terror in Iran after the revolution.
Read about Khomeini's reign of terror here.
How is the government of Iran organized? Use this infographic and read more here.
Human rights abuses in Iran.
Next read the World Book overview article.
Timeline of the Iranian Revolution
A summary of the revolution.
The Shah of Iran had become very unpopular in Iran for a variety of reasons. He was criticized fiercely for his attempts at reform that he called the White Revolution.
Slideshow of the Iranian Revolution.
A news correspondent remembers covering the revolution.
The revolution from the perspective of Iranians.
History Channel video on American oil embargo during the hostage crisis.
Background on the Ayatollah Khomeini.
The BBC reports terror in Iran after the revolution.
Read about Khomeini's reign of terror here.
How is the government of Iran organized? Use this infographic and read more here.
Human rights abuses in Iran.