The Assyrians rose to establish what many historians consider to be the first empire. They succeeded because they had professional soldiers armed with iron weapons and aided by a cavalry and the machinery, including iron, and techniques for besieging towns. Because they conquered areas along trade routes, there was immediate economic rewards.

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