Tehran – A new large billboard at Imam Hussein (AS) Square in Shiraz, Fars Province, tells the story of the triumph of the ancient civilization of Iran, whether it be over the Roman Emperor Valerian about a millennium ago or the Zionist aggressors in the modern day.
The vast land of Iran, due to its strategic geographical position, has throughout history often been coveted by oppressive invaders. Yet, this land has never been devoid of brave and honorable men and women who have always defeated the aggressors throughout history, IRNA reported.
Three ancient rock reliefs in Persepolis, Darab, and Tang-e Chogan in Kazerun, Fars Province, are nationally and even globally renowned for depictions of the Sassanid emperor Shapur I’s victory over the Roman emperor Valerian.
Following the defeat of the Roman army by Shapur I, Roman soldiers, commanders, and their leader Valerian were taken captive.
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