cover of episode OS 21 - Surpassing Sargon with Naram-Sin

OS 21 - Surpassing Sargon with Naram-Sin

2020/2/26
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Who was the greatest king of the Akkadian Empire? Today I make the case for Naram-Sin, who brought the empire to the high water mark and really solidified everything his grandfather had worked to build, as well as creating his own innovations. He isn't well remembered by history, thanks to his tremendous hubris, but listen to his accomplishments and ask yourself if maybe his hubris was at least a bit justified. Online at oldeststories.net