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jan 1, 1890 - Tobacco Protest

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For a small fee in 1890, £15,000 pounds per year, the shah granted permission for the British company to exclusively sell and produce tobacco. It was very popular in Iran and widely consumed by the people. Men and women created widespread protests against the shah.

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jan 1, 1890
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~ 135 years ago