Definition: Akkad was the historical name of the northern region of Mesopotamia beginning during the 25th century BC (the southern part was called Sumer). It was also the name of Sargon's capital city, which lay somewhere between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers in what is now Iraq (but has yet to be found). Sargon reunited the two halves of Mesopotamia, beginning the Akkadian period (2334-2279 BC).
This glossary entry is part of the Dictionary of Archaeology. Sources for the term include the references listed on the front page of the Dictionary, and the websites listed in the sidebar. Any mistakes are the responsibility of Kris Hirst.
This glossary entry is part of the Dictionary of Archaeology. Sources for the term include the references listed on the front page of the Dictionary, and the websites listed in the sidebar. Any mistakes are the responsibility of Kris Hirst.
