Manishtushu

2,270 BC – 2,255 BC

⏳ Mesopotamia

First ruler of the Akkadian Empire, known for creating the world's first multi-ethnic empire in Mesopotamia.

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Life events

2,334 BC

Birth in Azupiranu

Sargon of Akkad, originally named Sargon, was born in the city of Azupiranu, near the ancient Sumerian city of Kish. His origins are shrouded in legend, with some accounts describing him as the son of a gardener or a priestess.

2,300 BC

Rise as Cupbearer to Ur-Zababa

Sargon became the cupbearer to Ur-Zababa, the king of Kish, a position that gave him access to the royal court and political influence. This role marked the beginning of his ascent to power.

Sargon became the cupbearer to Ur-Zababa, the king of Kish, a position that gave him access to the royal court and political influence. This role marked the beginning of his ascent to power.
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2,295 BC

Overthrow of Ur-Zababa in Kish

Sargon overthrew Ur-Zababa, the king of Kish, and seized power. This event marked the beginning of his rise as a dominant figure in Mesopotamia.

Sargon overthrew Ur-Zababa, the king of Kish, and seized power. This event marked the beginning of his rise as a dominant figure in Mesopotamia.
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2,285 BC

Founding of Akkad

Sargon established the city of Akkad (Agade) as his capital, creating the first known empire in history. The exact location of Akkad remains uncertain, but it is believed to be near Kish.

Sargon established the city of Akkad (Agade) as his capital, creating the first known empire in history. The exact location of Akkad remains uncertain, but it is believed to be near Kish.
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2,280 BC

Battle of Uruk

Sargon defeated the Sumerian king Lugalzagesi of Uruk, consolidating his control over southern Mesopotamia. This victory was pivotal in establishing the Akkadian Empire.

Sargon defeated the Sumerian king Lugalzagesi of Uruk, consolidating his control over southern Mesopotamia. This victory was pivotal in establishing the Akkadian Empire.
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2,275 BC

Campaign in Elam

Sargon led a military campaign into Elam (modern-day southwestern Iran), expanding the Akkadian Empire's influence beyond Mesopotamia. This marked one of his earliest conquests outside the region.

Sargon led a military campaign into Elam (modern-day southwestern Iran), expanding the Akkadian Empire's influence beyond Mesopotamia. This marked one of his earliest conquests outside the region.
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2,270 BC

Conquest of Mari

Sargon conquered the city of Mari, a key trade hub on the Euphrates River, further expanding his empire's reach and securing vital trade routes.

Sargon conquered the city of Mari, a key trade hub on the Euphrates River, further expanding his empire's reach and securing vital trade routes.
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2,260 BC

Campaign in the Levant

Sargon extended his empire into the Levant, reaching as far as the Mediterranean Sea. This campaign demonstrated the Akkadian Empire's military prowess and territorial ambitions.

Sargon extended his empire into the Levant, reaching as far as the Mediterranean Sea. This campaign demonstrated the Akkadian Empire's military prowess and territorial ambitions.
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2,255 BC

Coronation as King of Akkad

Sargon was officially crowned as the king of Akkad, solidifying his rule over the newly established Akkadian Empire. His reign marked the beginning of a new era in Mesopotamian history.

Sargon was officially crowned as the king of Akkad, solidifying his rule over the newly established Akkadian Empire. His reign marked the beginning of a new era in Mesopotamian history.
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2,230 BC

Revolt in Sumer

A major revolt erupted in Sumer against Akkadian rule. Sargon suppressed the rebellion, reasserting his control over the southern cities of Mesopotamia.

A major revolt erupted in Sumer against Akkadian rule. Sargon suppressed the rebellion, reasserting his control over the southern cities of Mesopotamia.
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2,215 BC

Death in Akkad

Sargon of Akkad died in his capital, Akkad, after a reign of approximately 56 years. His death marked the end of an era, though his empire continued under his successors.

Sargon of Akkad died in his capital, Akkad, after a reign of approximately 56 years. His death marked the end of an era, though his empire continued under his successors.
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Article

Manishtushu

𒈠𒀭𒅖𒌅𒋢 Ma-an-ish-tu-su

Reign: c. 2270–2255 BC (15 years)
Succession: Brother of Rimush, son of Sargon of Akkad
Notes

Faced little to no rebellions and could as such embark on campaigns to lands distant from Akkad.
Primarily campaigned to the south, winning victories along the Tigris and in the Persian Gulf.