TED-ED: The rise and fall of the Assyrian Empire - Marian H. Feldman

The video explores the history of ancient Assyria, considered the first true empire. It highlights Assyria's rise from a city-state to a vast empire through military innovation and efficient administration. The Assyrians were known for their cultural achievements, including the creation of a vast library. Despite their fall to the Babylonians and Medes, Assyrian innovations in administration and infrastructure influenced future empires.

What strategies did the Assyrians use during their conquests?

In what ways did Assyrian rulers engage with the cultural traditions of Babylonia?

What led to the fall of the Assyrian Empire, and what legacy did it leave behind?