Assyria and the West: Syria and the Levant (original) (raw)
2017, E. Frahm (ed.), A Companion to Assyria
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The Assyrian conquest of the Levant is a complex historical process that was characterized by significant challenges and setbacks, contrary to the prevailing view of a straightforward expansion of an unstoppable military force. Key figures such as Aššurnaṣ irpal II and Shalmaneser III played pivotal roles in the campaigns for regional dominance, with Shalmaneser III's extensive military efforts leading to the establishment of vassal states in northern Syria and the control of major coastal cities. This historical analysis sheds light on the intricate political and military dynamics of Assyria's expansion in the region.
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