Eriba-Adad I

AncientEmperorAssyria-1380 — -1353

Broke Mitanni domination, Assyrian revival begins.

Compare Eriba-Adad I with another historical figure:

Quick Facts

Born

1380 BCE

Died

1353 BCE

Country

Assyria

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)39

Influence (20%)48

Legacy (20%)42

Leadership (15%)52

Strategy (15%)43

Total Score45.4

Eriba-Adad I — Complete Timeline

1375 BC

Break from Mitanni DominationWar

Eriba-Adad I led a successful rebellion against Mitanni suzerainty, exploiting internal conflicts within the Mitanni kingdom. This victory restored Assyrian independence and initiated a period of Assyrian revival and expansion.

IndependenceRebellionAssyrian Revival

Impact: regionalconstructive

1365 BC

Consolidation of Assyrian ControlPolitical Action◆ Major

Eriba-Adad I reasserted Assyrian authority over the region around Ashur, reestablishing trade networks and tribute systems. His reign laid the foundation for the Middle Assyrian Empire's later expansion.

State ConsolidationEconomic Recovery

Impact: regionalconstructive