Sumu-la-El

AncientEmperorBabylon-1880 — -1845

Consolidator who built Babylon regional power.

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Quick Facts

Born

1880 BCE

Died

1845 BCE

Country

Babylon

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)20

Political (20%)47

Influence (20%)49

Legacy (20%)41

Leadership (15%)65

Strategy (15%)45

Total Score45.6

Sumu-la-El — Complete Timeline

1870 BC

Fortification of BabylonPolitical Action◆ Major

Sumu-la-El initiated a program of fortifying Babylon, constructing walls and defensive structures to protect the city from external threats. This consolidation of Babylon's defenses allowed the city to withstand sieges and project power over surrounding territories.

FortificationBabylonDefense

Impact: regionalconstructive

1865 BC

Conquest of KishWar◆ Major

Sumu-la-El conquered the ancient city of Kish, a former center of Sumerian kingship. This victory brought Babylon control over a strategically important city and its surrounding region, significantly expanding Babylonian territory and influence.

ConquestKishBabylon

Impact: regional