
8. The Sumerians - Fall of the First Cities
Fall of Civilizations Podcast
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The Fall of Ur: A Sumerian Tale
This chapter chronicles Ur-Namu's sorrowful descent into the underworld and the subsequent decline of the Sumerian civilization under internal and external pressures. It details the devastation caused by drought, invasions, and societal collapse, culminating in the siege of Ur and the transformation of its once-thriving metropolis into ruins. Through poetic lamentations and reflections on mortality, the chapter highlights the fragility of history and the enduring legacy of the Sumerians amidst their darkening fate.
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