Rimush of Akkad

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Rimush was the second king of the Akkadian Empire. He was the son of Sargon of Akkad. He was succeeded by his brother Manishtushu.

According to his inscriptions, he faced widespread revolts which he successfully suppressed. He also records a victorious campaign against Elam and Barakhshe. A number of his votive offerings have been found in excavated temples in several Mesopotamian cities. [1]

[edit] References

  • Kramer, S. Noah. The Sumerians: Their History, Culture and Character, Chicago, 1963.
  1. ^ Who's Who in the Ancient Near East - Page 137 by Gwendolyn

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Preceded by
Sargon of Akkad
King of Akkad
ca. 2214 - 2206 BC (short)
Succeeded by
Manishtushu
Preceded by
Sargon of Akkad
King of Kish, Uruk, Lagash, and Umma
ca. 2214 - 2206 BC (short)
Succeeded by
Manishtushu
Preceded by
Luh-ishan of Awan
Overlord of Elam
ca. 2214 - 2206 BC (short)
Succeeded by
Manishtushu