The Story of the Akkadians

The Akkadians were a Semitic people who established the first multi-national empire in Mesopotamia, called the Akkadian Empire, around 2334 BCE. Their rise to power followed the long-established Sumerian civilization in the region.
Here's a breakdown of the Akkadians:
Empire Builders: They founded the Akkadian Empire, considered the first of its kind, uniting various Mesopotamian regions under one rule.
Location: Their center was the city of Akkad, located in what is now central Iraq.
Language: They spoke Akkadian, a Semitic language that influenced the region and became a common tongue for some time.
Legacy: Their empire's innovations and influence on language, art, literature, and law helped shape Mesopotamian culture for centuries to come.
The Akkadian Empire's most notable ruler was Sargon of Akkad, who is credited with founding the empire through conquest and consolidation of power. The empire's reach extended beyond Mesopotamia, influencing areas like the Levant and Anatolia.