Explore the evolution of warfare in ancient Mesopotamia, focusing on the Sumerian and Akkadian civilizations. Delve into the origins of conflict during the Ubaid period, examine evidence of early warfare, and analyze how it may have influenced urbanization in the Uruk period. Investigate significant battles and sieges, including the potential first siege at Hamoukar. Study key artifacts like the Stele of the Vultures and the Standard of Ur to understand military tactics and organization. Learn about important historical figures such as Lugal-zagesi, Sargon of Akkad, and Naram-sin, and their roles in shaping warfare and empire-building in ancient Mesopotamia. Gain insights into the weapons, armor, and military strategies employed by these early civilizations, and understand how warfare impacted their societies and political structures.
Ancient Mesopotamian Warfare in Sumer and Akkad
Overview
Syllabus
Mesopotamian Warfare.
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Ancient Mesopotamia .
The Ubaid Period.
Types of Evidence.
Conflict in the Ubaid Period.
Did conflict drive urbanisation in the Uruk Period?.
Conflict in Uruk Expansion.
Hamoukar - The First Siege?.
Warfare in the Early Dynastic Period.
The Stele of the Vultures .
The Lagash - Umma Wars.
The Standard of Ur.
Lugal-zagesi the First Conqueror .
Sargon of Akkad.
Naram-sin.
Taught by
Dan Davis History
