Shuttarna II

AncientEmperorMitanni-1400 — -1380

Golden age of Mitanni, allied with Amenhotep III.

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Quick Facts

Born

1400 BCE

Died

1380 BCE

Country

Mitanni

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)45

Political (20%)68

Influence (20%)52

Legacy (20%)42

Leadership (15%)53

Strategy (15%)60

Total Score52.1

Shuttarna II — Complete Timeline

1395 BC

Golden Age of MitanniPolitical Action◆ Major

Shuttarna II presided over the golden age of the Mitanni Empire, characterized by prosperity, cultural flourishing, and strong international relations. The kingdom enjoyed peace and wealth from trade and tribute.

Mitanni Golden AgeProsperityCultural Flourishing

Impact: regionalconstructive

1390 BC

Alliance with Amenhotep IIIPolitical Action◆ Major

Shuttarna II sent his daughter Gilukhipa to marry Pharaoh Amenhotep III of Egypt, strengthening the Mitanni-Egypt alliance. The marriage was accompanied by rich gifts and cemented diplomatic ties between the two empires.

Mitanni-Egypt AllianceDiplomatic MarriageAmenhotep III

Impact: regionalconstructive

1385 BC

Expansion of Trade NetworksCultural

Shuttarna II expanded Mitanni's trade networks, exchanging goods such as horses, tin, and textiles with Egypt, the Hittites, and the Aegean. This trade brought wealth and cultural exchange to the Mitanni court.

Trade NetworksHorsesCultural Exchange

Impact: regionalconstructive

1382 BC

Construction of WashukanniCultural

Shuttarna II invested in the construction and beautification of the Mitanni capital, Washukanni. He built palaces, temples, and fortifications, making the city a center of power and culture.

WashukanniCapital ConstructionUrban Development

constructive