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What was the primary focus of the Assyrians in their strive to establish themselves as a major player in Mesopotamian politics?
What was the primary focus of the Assyrians in their strive to establish themselves as a major player in Mesopotamian politics?
Who shared power with the king in the Assyrian system of government?
Who shared power with the king in the Assyrian system of government?
Who established one of the first professional armies in history?
Who established one of the first professional armies in history?
What was the Assyrians' most remembered military tactic or asset?
What was the Assyrians' most remembered military tactic or asset?
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Which period in Assyrian history saw the establishment of their empire and legacy?
Which period in Assyrian history saw the establishment of their empire and legacy?
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What was the primary purpose of chariots in earlier cultures?
What was the primary purpose of chariots in earlier cultures?
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What invention by the Assyrians allowed soldiers to directly attack an enemy's walls and gates?
What invention by the Assyrians allowed soldiers to directly attack an enemy's walls and gates?
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What lasting impact did the Assyrians have on language?
What lasting impact did the Assyrians have on language?
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What led to the downfall of the Assyrian Empire?
What led to the downfall of the Assyrian Empire?
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What did the Persian Empire adopt for much of its official communications?
What did the Persian Empire adopt for much of its official communications?
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