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Campaign against Elam

-2325 - -2320 • Elam Expansionskrieg

Historical Overview

Sargon led his troops east into the Iranian highlands to end the threat posed by the Elamites. He captured Susa and integrated the territory as a vassal state into his empire.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Akkadian victory; Susa becomes an Akkadian administrative center.

Akkadian Empire

  • Commander: Sargon von Akkad
  • Strength: ca. 6000

Elam

  • Commander: König von Awan (Luh-ishan)
  • Strength: ca. 5000

Strategic Context

Securing the eastern flank of Mesopotamia and controlling trade routes for tin and gemstones from the highlands.

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