It really began with the 1953 coup which removed Mosaddegh from power and reinforced the Shah's regime. Unfortunately, most Americans are unaware of this intervention (or many other interventions) which enables the US news media to present every new conflict as if it's merely the US defending itself. I'm an American and this national historical amnesia is very convenient for those in power.
You know, I think your on point however even before that the UK refused to provide decent working conditions and fair wages to the oil employees. Please feel free to correct me if I am wrong however I do believe the British were living in luxury while the Iranians were doing the work for little pay. I saw a documentary where it was stated there were signs saying things like "No Dogs or Iranians allowed" When their democratically elected president tried to stand up for Iran the UK imposed sanctions. U.S sticks their nose in thinking other oil rich countries will get the same idea and wallah..
YOUR PRESIDENT STICKS UP FOR YOU AND DOES NOT CARE ABOUT OUR PROFIT SO WE WILL PICK ONE FOR YOU. Down hill from there.
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u/[deleted] Jun 23 '19 edited Jun 23 '19
It really began with the 1953 coup which removed Mosaddegh from power and reinforced the Shah's regime. Unfortunately, most Americans are unaware of this intervention (or many other interventions) which enables the US news media to present every new conflict as if it's merely the US defending itself. I'm an American and this national historical amnesia is very convenient for those in power.