When Did the Sassanid Empire Fall?

Sasanian dynasty, Sasanian also spelled Sassanian, also called Sasanid, ancient Iranian dynasty that ruled an empire (224–651 ce), rising through Ardashīr I's conquests in 208–224 ce and destroyed by the Arabs during the years 637–651. The dynasty was named after Sāsān, an ancestor of Ardashīr.

What ended the Sassanid Empire in 651 AD?

The Sasanian Empire (224-651 CE, also given as Sassanian, Sasanid or Sassanid) was the last pre-Islamic Persian empire, established in 224 CE by Ardeshir I, son of Papak, descendant of Sasan. The Empire lasted until 651 CE when it was overthrown by the Arab Rashidun Caliphate.

When did the Sassanid Empire rival the Roman empire?

History of The Sassanid Empire – Rome's Biggest Rivals (224–651 c.e.)