Anti-Shah Demonstrations in Iran

Update: 2013-12-30

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Millions of people took to the streets of Iran's main cities in December 1978. They were demonstrating against the Shah and his authoritarian government. Hear from two men who took part in the protests: Sadeq Zibakalam and Abbas Milani.

Photo: Demonstrators in 1978. Associated Press.

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Anti-Shah Demonstrations in Iran