The Akkadian Empire (/ ə ˈ k eɪ d i ən /) was the first ancient empire of Mesopotamia after the long-lived civilization of Sumer.It was centered in the city of Akkad (/ ˈ æ k æ d /) and its surrounding region. The empire united Akkadian and Sumerian speakers under one rule. The Akkadian Empire exercised influence across Mesopotamia, the Levant, and Anatolia, sending …

Akkadian (/ ə ˈ k eɪ d i ən /, Akkadian: ???????????????? akkadû) is an East Semitic language, now extinct, that was spoken in ancient Mesopotamia (Akkad, Assyria, Isin, Larsa and Babylonia) from the third millennium BC until its gradual replacement by Akkadian-influenced Old Aramaic among Mesopotamians by the 8th century BC.. It is the earliest documented Semitic language.

Mar 21, 2020 · A new Assyrian dynasty began with Sargon II who re-modelled the Assyrian Empire based on Sargon I of Akkad. He divided the Empire into provinces and the governors or viceroy were responsible for keeping peace, collecting taxes and providing soldiers for the king’s army. Under Sargon II, the Assyrians spread their power towards South.

Akkadian Empire. Sargon the Great (reigned 2334 - 2279 BC) - Sargon the Great, or Sargon of Akkad, founded the world's first empire, the Akkadian Empire. He conquered many of the Sumerian city-states and united them under one rule. Naram-Sin (reigned 2254 - 2218 BC) - The Akkadian Empire reached its peak under the kingship of Naram-Sin.