MMW 11 Chapter p52-57: MMW 11 dubois Reading (52-57)
13 Oct 2016
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Built a base in northern mesopotamia in 900 b. c. e. Started expanding and dominating other areas, conquering people and exacting tribute. Capital was set in nineveh and empire spread from capital on tigris river to northern egypt. Multiple rebellions took place which forced bloody battle s and cruel sieges. Assyrian were quite harsh due to the nature of their success which is caused by the size of its army and their effective military organization. Developed new military technology and techniques such as excavations to undermine city walls and battering rams to knock down walls and gate. Created a squad of engineers that help with crossing rivers such as with bridges or with inflatable skins for swimming. States further away became dependent states and paid tribute. Established themselves completely in 7th century b. c. e but lost power quickly. Babylon became independent in 626 b. c. e and joined with medes. The rise and expansion of the persian empire.
