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Sumerian Invention: Monarchy


October 13th, 2008 by admin

The world’s first system of monarchy is also a Sumerian invention. The early Sumerian states needed a new form of government to govern larger areas and diverse people. The states of Sumer were ruled by a priest-king whose duties included leading the military, trade, judging disputes and taking part in vital religious ceremonies.
Under the priest-king [...]

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