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William Tyler
Iran: From Shahs to Ayatollahs to Shahs?

Thursday 5.02.2026

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This lecture starts on 5 February at 7:00pm (UK).

Summary

Events in Iran have flooded our media in recent weeks. But how has Iran reached this situation? What is the longer term historical background to the present crisis? In this lecture and discussion we attempt a deeper understanding of this ancient civilisation in contemporary times by tracing the country’s history since 1945.
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William Tyler

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William Tyler has spent his entire professional life in adult education, beginning at Kingsgate College in 1969. He has lectured widely for many public bodies, including the University of Cambridge and the WEA, in addition to speaking to many clubs and societies. In 2009, William was awarded the MBE for services to adult education, and he has previously been a scholar in residence at the London Jewish Cultural Centre. Link to William’ s blog with recommended book lists for his Lockdown lectures.
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