John Simpson at BBC News recounts the 1979 Islamic revolution of Iran. Features news footage of the historic event viewable with RealPlayer.

Gives a play-by-play account of the Ayatollah Khomeini's ascension to power in 1979. Includes photos and audio clips.

Contains an essay chronicling the historical 1979 revolution in Iran and provides a details bibliography.

Tatyana Marshall examines the negative impact the revolution has had on the women of Iran who initially supported it.