Nasser al-Din Shah

Nasser al-Din Shah was the ruler of Iran from 1848 to 1896, making him one of the longest-reigning monarchs in Iranian history. He was known for modernizing aspects of Iran, such as introducing new technology, arts, and infrastructure, often influenced by European ideas. His reign faced internal challenges and political unrest, but he also sought greater central authority and stability. Nasser al-Din Shah played a key role in shaping Iran's 19th-century history, balancing tradition with efforts toward modernization, until his assassination in 1896.