Anglo-Soviet invasion of Iran (1941 AD)

Anglo-Soviet invasion of Iran took place in 1941 AD during Mediterranean and Middle East Theater of World War II.

Battle facts

• Year: 1941 AD
• Date: 1941-08-31
• Era: Modern
• Conflict: Mediterranean and Middle East Theater of World War II
• Commanders (B): Reza Shah, Ali Mansur, Ahmad Nakhjavan, Mahmud Mir-Djalali
• Casualties: approx. Soviet Union:
• Outcome: Anglo-Soviet victory
• Coordinates: 32.000°, 53.000°

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