In his new book, Eckart Frahm describes the rise of Assyria from a peaceful city-state to a combative imperial power.

The oldest known map of the world will take you back to those times, as much of it hints at mysteries and monsters they don’t ...

The Penn Museum's latest exhibit, Preserving Assyria explores the preservation of cultural heritage in post-conflict Iraq and showcases the rise of the New Assyrian Empire.

The Assyrians are well known for their vast ancient empire in the Middle East; ancient cities, such as Nimrud and Nineveh; and their fierce invasions, including into the Kingdom of Judah and Egypt.

A newly spotlighted artifact from ancient Mesopotamia is offering a rare window into how one of the world’s earliest ...

The Penn Museum's latest exhibit, Preserving Assyria explores the preservation of cultural heritage in post-conflict Iraq and showcases the rise of the New Assyrian Empire.

A carved panel found at Nimrud depicts Assyrian soldiers swimming across a river and using inflatable goat skins as floaties.

The Assyrian National Council is celebrating Assyria Day 2025 with a renewed spirit. The Young Assyrians, a dynamic, youth-led initiative, are organising this year's celebration. Dennis Suro, the ...

The taxman cometh: Jerusalem dig shows tribute system after biblical revolt against Assyria Remains of buildings and a collection of stamped jar handles for the first time offer clues to how ...

Assyria stands out in history as the fountainhead of empire. It was perhaps the first state to subdue the bulk of its world, extending in every direction until its frontiers consisted almost entirely ...

Yale historian Frahm (coeditor, Ancient Mesopotamia Speaks) delivers a comprehensive and accessible look at the rise, fall, and historical impact of the Assyrian Empire. From its beginnings at the ...