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A History of the World in 100 ObjectsOld World, New Powers (1100 - 300 BC), Lachish ReliefsLachish Reliefs

The Lachish relief depicts the Assyrian army laying siege in 701 BC to the town of Lachish

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5) Refugees from the captured city, men, women and children are led into exile

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  • 1) Archers, stone slingers and spearmen lay siege to the town of Lachish
  • 2) Assyrians storm the walls using a ramp of rubble and earth faced with wood
  • 3) The aftermath of the surrender by the town of Lachish to the Assyrian army
  • 4) After capturing Lachish the Assyrians carry symbols of victory to the king
  • 5) Refugees from the captured city, men, women and children are led into exile
  • 6) Prisoners are brought to the Assyrian king to receive his justice

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