Episode
Episode Thirty-Eight: Dar al-Funun
Radionist
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2023-08-01
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The founding of Dar al-Funun in 1230 AH marks the beginning of Iran's modernization era. This episode traces the historical factors—Russo-Iranian conflicts, Abbas Mirza's reforms, Griboyedov's assassination—that converged to create this pivotal moment. Under Mirza Read more…The founding of Dar al-Funun in 1230 AH marks the beginning of Iran's modernization era. This episode traces the historical factors—Russo-Iranian conflicts, Abbas Mirza's reforms, Griboyedov's assassination—that converged to create this pivotal moment. Under Mirza Taqi Khan Amir Kabir's vision and Shah Martyr's support, Iran established its first state-funded educational institution, fundamentally transforming Iranian society and culture. Close