Pithana

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Pithana was a Hittite Bronze Age king of the Anatolian city Kussara. He reigned in the 18th century BC. During his reign he conquered the city of Kanesh, heart of the Assyrian trading colonies network in Anatolia and core of the Hittite speaking territories.

He was succeeded by his son, Anitta, who is best known for conquering Hattusa, the future Hittite capital, and memorializing his achievement using the Hittite language.


Preceded by:
—		 Hittite king Succeeded by:
Anitta


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