The Assyrian Empire Flashcards
1
Q
The Assyrian Capital
A
Nineveh which was burned by the Medes and Chaldeans
2
Q
What was the Assyrian Empire known for?
A
It’s strong military
3
Q
Weapons and equipment
A
ironworking technology
4
Q
Military tactics
A
dug beneath city walls, made pontoons, soldiers distracted as others used ladders to get over the walls
5
Q
culture
A
great builders (large library), sculptures
6
Q
Method of governing
A
provinces, Kings in control, local governors reported to authority, and taxes
