Puzur-Ashur I

AncientEmperorAssyria-2020 — -2000

Founded the Old Assyrian kingdom independence.

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Quick Facts

Born

2020 BCE

Died

2000 BCE

Country

Assyria

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)48

Political (20%)42

Influence (20%)62

Legacy (20%)52

Leadership (15%)38

Strategy (15%)44

Total Score48.2

Puzur-Ashur I — Complete Timeline

2020 BC

Foundation of the Old Assyrian KingdomPolitical Action

Puzur-Ashur I established the independent Old Assyrian kingdom, breaking away from the declining Ur III Empire. He built the first city wall of Ashur and initiated the Assyrian dynastic tradition.

IndependenceState Foundation

Impact: regionalconstructive

2015 BC

Construction of Ashur's City WallCultural◆ Major

Puzur-Ashur I ordered the construction of the first fortification wall around the city of Ashur, protecting the nascent kingdom from external threats and symbolizing Assyrian sovereignty.

Urban DevelopmentDefense

constructive