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MESOPOTAMIA 5: El Imperio Asirio (Documental Historia)
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MESOPOTAMIA 5: El Imperio Asirio (Documental Historia)

The Assyrian Empire

This section provides an overview of the Assyrian Empire, its rise to power, and its interactions with other kingdoms in Mesopotamia.

The Old Empire Assyrian

  • The first great king of Assyria was Shamshi-Adad I. He conquered territories and destroyed the Kingdom of Yamkhad, but faced opposition from the Kingdom of Aleppo and Esnunna.
  • After Shamshi-Adad's reign, his son Isme-Dagan faced challenges from Eshnunna, Mari, and Aleppo who sought to regain their positions against the nascent empire.
  • Babylonian king Hammurabi reduced Assyria to a mere province. However, the Hurrians taught the Assyrians ironworking skills and warfare tactics.
  • The Hittites engaged in wars with Mitanni, allowing Assyria to gain prominence by taking control of many cities.

The Middle Assyrian Empire

  • During the reign of King Burnaburias II, an alliance between Babylon and Assyria was formed to fight against nomadic tribes such as the Suteos.
  • A war erupted between Babylon and Assyria when some nobles opposed an Assyrian king's bloodline ruling over Babylon.
  • The Middle Assyrian Empire saw a power vacuum due to the decline of Mitanni and invasions by nomadic tribes like Arameans.
  • Kings in Assyria held royal authority as priests chosen by God Assur. They were assisted by ministers and viziers responsible for controlling information throughout the kingdom.
  • Intrigues often occurred within the royal harem due to ambitions and influences over queens and concubines.
  • The Middle Assyrian Empire reached its apogee under Tukulti-Ninurta I, who conquered the Zagros Mountains and occupied Babylon.

Assyria's Influence and Deportations

This section explores Assyria's influence on neighboring regions and their practice of deporting populations.

Assyria's Influence

  • Assyria occupied Babylon, making it an Assyrian province. They also took the statue of Marduk, the principal god of Babylon.
  • Tukulti-Ninurta I expanded the empire by subduing peoples in the Zagros Mountains and plundering resources.

Deportations

  • Deportations were common during Assyrian reigns, with one notable example being Nebuchadnezzar II's deportation of Babylonians (timestamp not provided).

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The Decline of the Middle Kingdom

This section discusses the decline of the Middle Kingdom and the rise of new rulers in Assyria.

The Rise of Assurnasirpal and Ashur-Nadin-Apli

  • Assurnasirpal, son of Tukulti, kills his father and becomes king.
  • Ashur-Nadin-Apli succeeds Assurnasirpal but only reigns for three years.

Nomadic Semitic Tribes Settle in Subartu

  • Many nomadic Semitic tribes settle in northern Mesopotamia during the early 3rd millennium BC.
  • These tribes establish themselves in an area called Subartu.

The Early Assyrian Kings

This section provides information about the early kings of Assyria and their transition from living in tents to a more complex civilization.

Tudia and the Transition to Civilization

  • The first Assyrian kings, led by Tudia, lived in tents.
  • Over time, they transitioned to a more complex civilization.

Samsi-Adad I and Conquests

This section focuses on Samsi-Adad I, the first great king of Assyria, and his conquests against various kingdoms.

Samsi-Adad I's Conquests

  • Samsi-Adad I emulates Sargon and conquers territories aggressively.
  • He destroys the Kingdom of Yamkhad but faces resistance from Aleppo and Esnunna.

Challenges Faced by Isme-Dagan

This section highlights the challenges faced by Isme-Dagan, son of Samsi-Adad I, in maintaining the Assyrian empire.

Isme-Dagan's Struggles

  • Isme-Dagan faces attacks from Eshnunna, Mari, and Aleppo.
  • These kingdoms aim to regain their lost territories.

The Rise of the Hittites

This section discusses the emergence of the Hittite kingdom and its eventual impact on Assyria.

The Formation of the Hittite Kingdom

  • Around 1600-1650 BC, several kingdoms in Anatolia merge to form the Kingdom of Hatti, known as the Hittites.
  • Initially, they are not a threat but later become significant adversaries for Assyria.

The Rise and Power of Mitanni

This section explores the rise and dominance of Mitanni over Assyria for more than two centuries.

The Kingdom of Mitanni

  • Around 1500 BC, the Kingdom of Mitanni emerges in Anatolia.
  • It becomes so powerful that it eclipses Assyria for over two centuries.

Music and Writing in Ancient Mesopotamia

This section touches upon music instruments and writing systems during ancient Mesopotamia.

Musical Instruments and Writing Systems

  • By approximately 1400 BC, musical instruments like harps or lyres exist.
  • Cuneiform writing is used during this time period.

Technological Advancements and Wars with Hititas

This section highlights technological advancements made by ancient civilizations such as metalworking. It also mentions wars between Assyria and the Hittites.

Technological Advancements and Wars with Hititas

  • Assyrians learn metalworking and develop weapons like towers and battering rams.
  • The Hittites, led by King Subiluliuma I, engage in wars with the Mitanni and defeat them.

Alliance between Assyria and Babylon

This section discusses the alliance between Assyria and Babylon through marriage alliances.

Marriage Alliance between Casita Burnaburias II and Muballitat Sherua

  • Casita Burnaburias II of Babylon marries Muballitat Sherua, daughter of Assur-Uballit I, a vassal ruler of Assyria.

Turmoil in Babylon

This section describes the turmoil in Babylon following the ascension of Karahardash, son of Muballitat Sherua.

Turmoil in Babylon

  • Nobles in Babylon assassinate Karahardash because they oppose having an Assyrian bloodline as their king.

Kurigalzu II on the Throne of Babylon

This section focuses on Assur-Uballit's appointment of his son Kurigalzu II as king of Babylon and conflicts with other kingdoms.

Kurigalzu II's Reign and Conflicts

  • Assur-Uballit installs his son Kurigalzu II as king of Babylon.
  • During this time, Mitanni falls out of favor due to Supiluliuma's expansionist ambitions. Supiluliuma also engages in war with Egypt.

Authority and Mythology in Assyria

This section explores the authority structure and mythology prevalent in ancient Assyria.

Authority Structure and Mythological Figures

  • Assyrian reigns are based on royal authority, with the king serving as the chosen priest and administrator of the god Assur.
  • Mythological

El reinado de Nabopolasar y la caída de Nínive

En esta sección, se habla sobre el reinado de Nabopolasar y la caída de Nínive.

Reinado de Nabopolasar

  • Nabopolasar, rey caldeo de Babilonia, recuperó su independencia en el 626 a.C.
  • Se alió con los Medos y juntos marcharon hacia el corazón del imperio Asirio.
  • Permitió el culto a Marduk o a Nabu en Nínive.
  • Fue conocido como un rey prudente, sabio y defensor de estas culturas.

Caída de Nínive

  • Las tropas asirias fueron sitiadas y su ciudad más poderosa, Nínive, fue destruida.
  • Sin-Shar-Ishkun, último rey asirio, murió en el 612 a.C., pero el imperio resistió aún 3 años más.
  • Ashur-Uballit II fue cercado en la ciudad de Harrán y se autoproclamó rey tras la muerte del otro rey asirio.
  • En el 609 a.C., lograron destruir su último reducto.
Video description

El Imperio asirio fue una de las potencias más temidas y avanzadas del mundo antiguo. Surgido en el norte de Mesopotamia, con ciudades clave como Assur y Nínive, los asirios construyeron un imperio militarizado y eficiente que dominó el Próximo Oriente durante siglos. En este vídeo repasamos la evolución del poder asirio, desde sus orígenes como reino independiente hasta su expansión como imperio bajo reyes como Tiglatpileser III, Sargón II, Senaquerib, Esarhaddon y el célebre Asurbanipal (668–627 a.C.), conocido por su gran biblioteca en Nínive. Analizamos el uso de tácticas militares innovadoras, la administración imperial, las deportaciones masivas y la propaganda política que cimentó su poder. También abordamos su riqueza artística, la construcción de palacios monumentales y la sofisticación de su sistema burocrático. Finalmente, exploramos las causas de su colapso a finales del siglo VII a.C., con la caída de Nínive en 612 a.C. a manos de los babilonios y los medos, y el fin definitivo del imperio asirio. Un recorrido por una civilización clave para entender la historia de Mesopotamia y el nacimiento de los grandes imperios antiguos. 🚀➤Patreon → https://bit.ly/2E3zmkS 🎥➤Canal de Cine → https://bit.ly/2Q2hEmj 🐥➤Twitter → https://bit.ly/2YpvuCh 🖼➤Instagram → https://bit.ly/2JfEXIT 📮➤Facebook → https://bit.ly/2JBaMeK 🔏➤Mi Blog → https://bit.ly/2HgsRvI #Historia #LosAsirios #Documental EPISODIO 11 de PERO ESO ES OTRA HISTORIA (web serie documental) MESOPOTAMIA 5: El Imperio Asirio 0:00 Introducción 0:40 Imperio Asirio Antiguo (1813-1760 a.C.) 3:20 Imperio Asirio Medio (1350-911 a.C.) 7:47 Imperio Asirio Nuevo (911-609 a.C.) Fueron fuertes, fueron crueles. Los asirios dominaron Mesopotamia mientras otros grandes reinos de la zona caían: Mitanni, los hititas, los sumerios y Babilonia. Entre sus reyes destacan Tiglat Pileser III, Salmanasar, Asarhadán, Senaquerib o hasta Sargón II. --------------- Pero eso es otra Historia es una serie documental semanal emitida a través de Youtube que busca ser un resumen divertido de toda la historia de la humanidad, desde la creación de la Tierra hasta la actualidad. Si buscas curiosidades sobre la Historia, este es tu sitio.