Tiffany Earley-Spadoni
Associate Professor of History at the University of Central Florida and director of the Kurd-Kaborstan Archaeological Project; author of Landscapes of Warfare, specializing in warfare, empire, and landscape archaeology in the ancient Middle East.
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Sep 4, 2025 • 59min
Tiffany Earley-Spadoni, "Landscapes of Warfare: Urartu and Assyria in the Ancient Middle East" (UP of Colorado, 2025)
Tiffany Earley-Spadoni, an archaeologist and historian specializing in ancient warfare and society, discusses her book on the Urartian and Assyrian empires. She reveals how Urartu's mountain fortresses played a crucial role in their military strategies against Assyria. By using spatial analysis and archaeological evidence, Tiffany emphasizes the generative power of warfare in shaping landscapes and governance. She also evaluates the ideological dimensions of conflict and the significance of her recent archaeological discoveries in Kurd Khaberstan.
Sep 28, 2025 • 39min
Tiffany Earley-Spadoni, "Landscapes of Warfare: Urartu and Assyria in the Ancient Middle East" (UP of Colorado, 2025)
Tiffany Earley-Spadoni, an Associate Professor of History specializing in ancient warfare and archaeology, dives into the intriguing dynamics of the Urartian empire. She highlights how Urartu’s strength came from fortified mountain networks rather than centralized cities. The conversation explores Urartu's strategic positioning against the Neo-Assyrian empire, its unique settlement patterns, and the role of fortresses in controlling landscapes. Tiffany also discusses her current archaeological work in Iraqi Kurdistan, uncovering significant historical insights.
