Ancient Mesopotamia: Life in the Cradle of Civilization

Explore Mesopotamia, a civilization that flourished for more than 3,000 years. Mesopotamians built the first complex urban societies; developed writing, literature, and law; and united vast regions through warfare and diplomacy. However, much still remains to be discovered about this fascinating region.

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Created By	Dr Amanda H. Podany
Status	Ended
Original Name	Ancient Mesopotamia: Life in the Cradle of Civilization
First Air Date	April 26, 2018
Last Air Date	April 26, 2018
Seasons	1
Episodes	24
Episode Runtime	0min
Language	English
Original Language	English
Production Countries	United States of America
Production Companies	The Teaching Company
Networks	Wonderium The Great Courses

S01E24

End of the Neo-Babylonian Empire

Finally, arrive at the end of the independence of Mesopotamia with the conquest of the Neo-Babylonian empire by the forces of the powerful Persian king, Cyrus the Great. Witness religious changes that were taking place across the Near East. Mesopotamian culture gradually died out, but it left an incredible legacy.

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