Goharshad Mosque massacre
Mourning Strength of evidence: Strong
In July 1935, Reza Shah’s troops opened fire on people gathered in the Goharshad Mosque beside Imam al-Reza’s shrine to protest forced unveiling and the Pahlavi hat.
Monday July 12, 2027
Gregorian
July 12, 2027
Lunar Hijri
Safar 8, 1449
Solar Hijri
Tir 21, 1406