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A new Persian dynasty, the Sasanians, rises in 224 and makes Zoroastrianism the state's religion. In 260 Shapur I captures the Roman emperor Valerian and carves the scene in rock at Naqsh-e Rustam.
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- EvidenceT7 PRIMARY DOCUMENT / MEASUREMENT; Status: ADDED 2026-09-30
- Letter eraTHE WITNESSES AND THE TURN 44 to 312 AD
- SourcesShapur I's inscription at the Ka'ba-ye Zartosht; the relief at Naqsh-e Rustam.
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