Shar-Kali-Sharri

2,217 BC – 2,193 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 origins are semi-legendary, with later texts describing him as the son of a gardener or a priestess.

2,300 BC

Service under King Ur-Zababa of Kish

Sargon served as a cupbearer to Ur-Zababa, the king of Kish. According to legend, Ur-Zababa attempted to kill Sargon after a disturbing dream, but Sargon escaped.

Sargon served as a cupbearer to Ur-Zababa, the king of Kish. According to legend, Ur-Zababa attempted to kill Sargon after a disturbing dream, but Sargon escaped.
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2,279 BC

Overthrow of Ur-Zababa

Sargon overthrew Ur-Zababa and seized control of Kish, marking the beginning of his rise to power. He later moved his capital to Akkad, establishing the Akkadian Empire.

Sargon overthrew Ur-Zababa and seized control of Kish, marking the beginning of his rise to power. He later moved his capital to Akkad, establishing the Akkadian Empire.
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2,275 BC

Battle of Uruk

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

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

Foundation of Akkad

Sargon established the city of Akkad (exact location unknown, near modern Baghdad) as the capital of his empire. It became a major political and cultural center of Mesopotamia.

Sargon established the city of Akkad (exact location unknown, near modern Baghdad) as the capital of his empire. It became a major political and cultural center of Mesopotamia.
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2,260 BC

Campaign in Northern Mesopotamia

Sargon led military campaigns into northern Mesopotamia, subduing cities such as Assur and Nineveh, and extending Akkadian influence into modern-day Syria and Anatolia.

Sargon led military campaigns into northern Mesopotamia, subduing cities such as Assur and Nineveh, and extending Akkadian influence into modern-day Syria and Anatolia.
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2,250 BC

Conquest of Ebla

Sargon conquered the city-state of Ebla in modern-day Syria, securing trade routes and expanding the Akkadian Empire's reach into the Levant.

Sargon conquered the city-state of Ebla in modern-day Syria, securing trade routes and expanding the Akkadian Empire's reach into the Levant.
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2,250 BC

Coronation as King of Akkad

Sargon formally declared himself king of Akkad and Sumer, uniting the region under a single centralized rule. This marked the peak of his political power.

Sargon formally declared himself king of Akkad and Sumer, uniting the region under a single centralized rule. This marked the peak of his political power.
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2,240 BC

Campaign in Elam

Sargon led a military expedition into Elam (modern-day southwestern Iran), securing the eastern borders of the Akkadian Empire and gaining control over valuable trade routes.

Sargon led a military expedition into Elam (modern-day southwestern Iran), securing the eastern borders of the Akkadian Empire and gaining control over valuable trade routes.
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2,230 BC

Revolt in Sumer

Sargon faced a major revolt in the Sumerian cities, which he suppressed with force. This event highlighted the challenges of maintaining control over a diverse empire.

Sargon faced a major revolt in the Sumerian cities, which he suppressed with force. This event highlighted the challenges of maintaining control over a diverse empire.
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2,215 BC

Death in Akkad

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

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

Shar-Kali-Sharri

𒊬𒂵𒉌 𒈗𒌷 Šar-ka-li-šar-ri

Reign: c. 2217–2193 BC (24 years)
Succession Son of Naram-Sin
Notes

During Shar-Kali-Sharri's reign, the Akkadian Empire collapsed as a result of the Guti invasion and widespread drought.
Possibly the last Akkadian king to actually control more than the city of Akkad itself.