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Fukushima Fall of the Shah Episodes

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  1. Fall of the Shah: 9. God鈥檚 government

    Enemies are put on trial as Ayatollah Khomeini consolidates his power #FalloftheShah

  2. Fall of the Shah: 8. The collapse

    Protesters surround the US Embassy #FalloftheShah

  3. Fall of the Shah: 7. The return of the hidden imam

    Millions gather in the streets to welcome the exiled Ayatollah Khomeini. #FalloftheShah

  4. Fall of the Shah: 6. Shah raft

    The Shah is forced to quit Iran to make way for the new prime minister #FalloftheShah

  5. Fall of the Shah: 5. A passion play

    The Americans are arguing with themselves. Should the US support the Shah? #FalloftheShah

  6. Fall of the Shah: 4. No instructions

    The Shah asks for help from the US, but they have problems of their own. #FalloftheShah

  7. Fall of the Shah: 3. An audience with the Ayatollah

    The man behind the protests. #FalloftheShah

  8. Fall of the Shah: 2. Black Friday

    Protesters take to the streets. The Shah mobilises his army. #FalloftheShah

  9. Fall of the Shah: 1. An island of stability

    Something is coming. Can America's friendship with Iran survive? #FalloftheShah