Naser al-Din Shah Qajar

Naser al-Din Shah Qajar was the ruler of Persia (Iran) from 1848 to 1896, during the Qajar dynasty. His reign was marked by efforts to modernize Iran, including administrative reforms and attempts to strengthen the military, but also by political intrigue and internal dissent. He was known for his interest in arts and culture, commissioning significant projects like the Iranian railways and the Golestan Palace. His rule faced challenges from foreign influence, especially from Britain and Russia, which controlled parts of Iran's economy and territory. Naser al-Din Shah remains a controversial figure, seen as both a modernizer and a symbol of autocratic rule.