Ancient Mesopotamia

Cradle of civilization between Tigris and Euphrates rivers, originating writing and law codes.

Core Principles & Analysis

• Uruk grew into one of the world's first true cities by 3200 BC.
• Irrigation of the Tigris and Euphrates enabled surplus agriculture and specialized labor.
• Successive powers of Sumer, Akkad, Babylon, and Assyria rose and fell across its plains.

Specifications & Metrics

• ERA: 5000 BC – 539 BC
• REGION: Near East