The Islamic Revolution of 1979

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This paper presents a detailed exploration of the Islamic revolution of 1979 in Iran. The paper reviews and examines the events leading up to the revolution, discusses the revolution and analyzes the impact it has had on Iran to date. The paper concludes with a theory regarding the dangers of replacing an unpopular leader.

Outline:
Introduction
Before the Revolution
Then and Now
The Revolution
Conclusion

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"On January 16, 1979 the Prime Minister demanded that the Shah leave his post of power and step aside for a new regime.
The Shah faced with the growing anger against him and fearing a violent confrontation did as he was told. While it was not an official violent and forcible overthrow of his regime it has been viewed by many as an overthrow as he believed he had no choice but to vacate as ordered or face a violent confrontation.
Once this happened Imam Khomeini was immediately asked to return from years of exile and take the lead of the nation. He was asked to create a Vatican like state. He was also called to help preserve the constitution which was at risk immediately following the revolution. In addition, he was asked to promise free elections to the people so that they would be able to have a voice in who and how their government would be run in the future(Iran's Revolution http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iranian_Revolution).
He ignored those requests, even from the very people who assisted in exiling the Shah and returning him to power, and instead chose to institute an interim government of his own that he chose and handpicked. "

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• Iran's Revolution accessed 3-30-06http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iranian_Revolution
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• Peterson, Scott. Iran's revolution at 25: out of gas; Wednesday's silver anniversary marks a peak of political disillusionment.(WORLD)The Christian Science Monitor; 2/11/2004

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