Rimush

2,279 BC – 2,270 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 Sharru-kin, was born in the city of Azupiranu, near the Euphrates River. His humble origins as the son of a gardener or a priestess later became legendary.

Sargon of Akkad, originally named Sharru-kin, was born in the city of Azupiranu, near the Euphrates River. His humble origins as the son of a gardener or a priestess later became legendary.
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2,300 BC

Service to King Ur-Zababa

Sargon rose to prominence as a cupbearer to Ur-Zababa, the king of Kish. This position allowed him to gain influence in the royal court before his eventual usurpation.

Sargon rose to prominence as a cupbearer to Ur-Zababa, the king of Kish. This position allowed him to gain influence in the royal court before his eventual usurpation.
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2,279 BC

Overthrow of Ur-Zababa

Sargon overthrew Ur-Zababa, the king of Kish, and established himself as ruler. This marked the beginning of his rise to power in Mesopotamia.

Sargon overthrew Ur-Zababa, the king of Kish, and established himself as ruler. This marked the beginning of his rise to power in Mesopotamia.
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2,270 BC

Founding of Akkad

Sargon founded the city of Akkad (Agade), which became the capital of his empire. The exact location of Akkad remains uncertain but is believed to be near modern-day Baghdad.

Sargon founded the city of Akkad (Agade), which became the capital of his empire. The exact location of Akkad remains uncertain but is believed to be near modern-day Baghdad.
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2,270 BC

Battle of Uruk

Sargon defeated Lugalzagesi, the king of Uruk, in battle, consolidating his control over southern Mesopotamia and establishing the Akkadian Empire.

Sargon defeated Lugalzagesi, the king of Uruk, in battle, consolidating his control over southern Mesopotamia and establishing the Akkadian Empire.
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2,270 BC

Coronation as King of Sumer and Akkad

After his victory over Lugalzagesi, Sargon declared himself king of Sumer and Akkad, uniting northern and southern Mesopotamia under his rule.

After his victory over Lugalzagesi, Sargon declared himself king of Sumer and Akkad, uniting northern and southern Mesopotamia under his rule.
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2,260 BC

Campaign in Elam

Sargon led a military campaign into Elam (modern-day southwestern Iran), expanding the Akkadian Empire's influence eastward and securing valuable resources.

Sargon led a military campaign into Elam (modern-day southwestern Iran), expanding the Akkadian Empire's influence eastward and securing valuable resources.
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2,250 BC

Conquest of Mari

Sargon conquered the city of Mari, a key trade hub on the Euphrates River, further expanding his empire's control over Mesopotamia and Syria.

Sargon conquered the city of Mari, a key trade hub on the Euphrates River, further expanding his empire's control over Mesopotamia and Syria.
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2,240 BC

Campaign in Syria and the Cedar Forest

Sargon led expeditions into Syria and the Cedar Forest (modern-day Lebanon), securing timber and other resources while extending Akkadian influence to the Mediterranean.

Sargon led expeditions into Syria and the Cedar Forest (modern-day Lebanon), securing timber and other resources while extending Akkadian influence to the Mediterranean.
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2,230 BC

Revolt in Sumer

Sargon faced a major revolt in Sumer, which he suppressed, reasserting Akkadian control over the region and reinforcing his authority as emperor.

Sargon faced a major revolt in Sumer, which he suppressed, reasserting Akkadian control over the region and reinforcing his authority as emperor.
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2,225 BC

Establishment of Akkadian Administration

Sargon implemented administrative reforms, including the use of Akkadian as the official language and the appointment of loyal governors to oversee conquered territories.

Sargon implemented administrative reforms, including the use of Akkadian as the official language and the appointment of loyal governors to oversee conquered territories.
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2,215 BC

Death of Sargon of Akkad

Sargon of Akkad died in Akkad after ruling for 56 years. His empire continued under his successors, though it eventually declined due to internal strife and external invasions.

Sargon of Akkad died in Akkad after ruling for 56 years. His empire continued under his successors, though it eventually declined due to internal strife and external invasions.
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Article

Rimush

𒌷𒈬𒍑 Ri-mu-uš

Reign: c. 2279–2270 BC (9 years) Succession: Son of Sargon of Akkad

Notes

Faced widespread revolts and had to reconquer the cities of Ur, Umma, Adab, Lagash, Der, and Kazallu from rebellious ensis.
Embarked on victorious campaigns against Elam and Barakhshe.
Possibly assassinated by his courtiers.