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Farrokhroo Parsa

Farrokhroo Parsa, 57, — execution in Tehran, Iran, 1980-05-08.

Age: 57
City: Tehran
Date: 1980-05-08
Category: Execution

First woman cabinet minister in Iranian history. Executed by firing squad on charges including 'corruption on earth' for expanding girls' education.

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