Why American Technology?
In the late 1930s, Iran sourced technology from multiple countries, including Germany, Britain, and the United States. The choice to equip police vehicles with American-made transceivers was driven by several factors:
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The United States was emerging as a global leader in radio communication technology
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American equipment was considered reliable and relatively neutral in geopolitical terms
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Iran sought to diversify its foreign partnerships and reduce dependence on traditional colonial powers
The installation of American transceivers reflected Iran’s desire to adopt cutting-edge technology while asserting its independence.
Technical Capabilities
These transceivers allowed police cars to communicate directly with central command and, in some cases, with one another. For the first time, the police could:
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Dispatch units instantly
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Coordinate responses across districts
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Track patrol movements
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Relay information without delay
In practical terms, this meant faster arrests, more effective crowd control, and enhanced surveillance capabilities.
