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Nader Shah

Iranian military strategist and founder of the Afsharid dynasty

Did you know?Often compared to Napoleon, he led a successful invasion of the Mughal Empire and seized the famous Peacock Throne.

Nader Shah Afshar (born Nadr Qoli; Persian: نادرشاه افشار; 6 August 1698 or 22 October 1688 – 20 June 1747) was the founder of the Afsharid dynasty of Iran and one of the most powerful rulers in Iranian history, ruling as the emperor of Iran (Persia) from 1736 to 1747, when he was assassinated during a rebellion.

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Age at death: 58
Years since death: 279

Born: October 22, 1688 · Dastgerd, Iran
Died: June 19, 1747
Cause of death: Assassination
Nationality: Safavid
Known for: Military, Royalty, Politics

Family

Father: Imam Qoli
Spouse: Raziya Sultan
Children: Ali Mirza Khan, Morteza Mirza Afshar, Reza Qoli Mirza Afshar

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