Nasser al-Din Shah Qajar

Nasser al-Din Shah Qajar (1848–1896) was the ruler of Persia (Iran) from 1848 until his assassination in 1896. He was a member of the Qajar dynasty and sought to modernize and expand Iran through reforms, investments, and diplomatic efforts. His reign saw increased contact with European nations, the introduction of new technologies, and efforts to strengthen central authority. However, his rule also faced internal challenges, corruption, and foreign influence, leading to political instability. His era significantly shaped Iran’s late 19th-century history, balancing modernization ambitions with traditional powers and external pressures.