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Elamite Kingdoms Timeline Game

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The Elamite Kingdoms were known for their rich history and cultural significance in ancient Mesopotamia. One way to explore and learn about this fascinating civilization is through a timeline game that challenges players to place events in their correct chronological order.

  • Players will be able to test their knowledge of Elamite history by arranging key events in the correct sequence.
  • This game provides a fun and interactive way to learn about the rise and fall of the Elamite Kingdoms.
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  • c. 2700 BCE: Founding of the Elamite Kingdom
  • c. 1340 BCE: Elamite Empire reaches its peak under King Untash-Napirisha
  • c. 2000 BCE: Elamites sack the city of Ur
  • c. 1000 BCE: Elamite civilization begins to decline
  • c. 640 BCE: Elamites are conquered by the Assyrians
  • c. 600 BCE: Elamites revolt against Assyrian rule
  • c. 539 BCE: Elamites are defeated by the Persians
  • c. 400 BCE: Elamite culture and language begin to disappear
  • c. 330 BCE: Elamite territory becomes part of the Persian Empire
  • c. 330 BCE: Alexander the Great conquers the Persian Empire, including former Elamite lands
  • c. 250 BCE: Parthians take control of former Elamite territory
  • c. 224 CE: Sasanian Empire emerges as a dominant power in the region
  • c. 651 CE: Islamic conquest of Persia, marking the end of Elamite influence in the region
  • c. 900 CE: Elamite language becomes extinct
  • c. 1900 CE: Archaeological discoveries shed new light on Elamite civilization
  • Present day: Modern-day Iran contains remnants of Elamite heritage
  • Ongoing: Elamite artifacts continue to be studied by historians and archaeologists
  • Ongoing: Elamite Kingdoms are recognized for their contributions to ancient Near Eastern culture

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