Mohammad Mossadegh
Mohammad Mossadegh was a prominent Iranian politician and the first democratically elected Prime Minister of Iran, serving from 1951 until he was overthrown in a coup in 1953. He is best known for nationalizing the Iranian oil industry, which had previously been under British control, leading to both national and international confrontations. Mossadegh remains a significant figure in Iranian history, symbolizing the struggle for democracy and national sovereignty.
Born on Jun 16, 1882 (142 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iran | 3 | 6.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 83,992,949 | 83,134 | $610,000 | 604$ |
| Algeria | 1 | 5.00 | 0.11% | +0% | 43,851,044 | 48,082 | $170,000 | 186$ |
| Bulgaria | 1 | 2.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 6,948,445 | 5,590 | $69,000 | 56$ |
| Totals | 5 | 134,792,438 | 136,806 | $849,000 | 846$ |
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Iran:
Mohammad Mossadegh is mentioned in the context of historical perspectives on Islam and governance.
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Bulgaria:
Mohammad Mossadegh was the democratically elected leader of Iran who was overthrown in a coup orchestrated by the Americans and British.
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Algeria:
Mohammad Mossadegh's failed nationalization of oil in Iran in 1952 served as a reference point for Algeria's successful nationalization efforts.
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Iran:
Mohammad Mossadegh is one of the famous personalities who was born and lived in Sanglaj.
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Iran:
Mohammad Mossadegh was tried at the Salantabad Palace after the coup on August 19, 1953.
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