History of Mesopotamia

Mesopotamia, often called the "cradle of civilization," is an area in the Middle East between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers. Around 3500 BCE, it saw the rise of early cities like Sumer, where people developed writing, law codes, and sophisticated agriculture. Over centuries, it saw powerful empires like the Akkadians, Babylonians, and Assyrians, each contributing innovations in governance, science, and culture. Its achievements, such as the invention of writing (cuneiform) and early law codes, influenced future civilizations. Mesopotamia's history reflects the development of complex societies and the foundational aspects of human civilization.