How and why the Akkadian Empire Fell
The Akkadian Empire, known as the first empire in history, was established by Sargon of Akkad around 2334 BC and experienced a sudden collapse around 2154 BC. This empire’s downfall has been...
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Sargon the Great: History, Facts & Achievements
Sargon of Akkad, also known as Sargon the Great, was arguably the greatest conqueror in Babylonian history. With his reign lasting from around 2335 to 2280 BC, he is most...
10 Most Famous Ancient Mesopotamian Kings
Popularly known as the cradle of human civilization, ancient Mesopotamia was a thriving region in the Middle East that grew around two very important rivers – Tigris and Euphrates. The...
