https://old.charterforcompassion.org/history-of-iran/ad-224-1220
224-651 AD
Sasanian dynasty rules Persia; Zoroastrianism is dominant religion.
636
Arab invasion brings end of Sasanian dynasty and start of Islamic rule.
9th century
Emergence of modern Persian language (or Farsi), written using a form of Arabic script.
9-13th century
Decline of Islamic Caliphate; rise of Seljuk Turk dynasties.
Seige underway by Mongol forces
1220
Invasion by Mongol forces of Genghis Khan.
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