Sargon II

Sargon II

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Sargon II was an Assyrian king who reigned from 721 to 705 BC and is noted for his military conquests and administrative reforms that expanded the Assyrian Empire. He is mentioned in various ancient sources, including references to his conflicts with neighboring kingdoms, such as the Phrygian realm led by King Midas, which highlights the geopolitical significance of Midas during his time.

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Sargon II described his military tactics in an inscription, detailing the devastation of enemy crops.

Teroarea ca armă supremă: războinicii care au folosit frica și propaganda pentru a cuceri
Adevărul·RomaniaRomania· 2026-01-19
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Sargon II is mentioned as a ruler who regarded Midas as a significant rival in territorial expansion.

Arqueólogos hallan dos calderos de bronce usados en funerales de familia del famoso rey Midas: “Servían un guiso picante de lentejas y cordero o cabra a la parrilla” | Sociedad | La Revista
El Universo – major Ecuadorian daily, est. 1921·EcuadorEcuador· 2025-06-27
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