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What is the State?
Tides of History
Diverse Roots of Ancient States
Ancient states emerged through various models across different regions, demonstrating complex political hierarchies and administrative systems. The Mesopotamian city-states engaged in warfare and governance, yet Sargon's empire uniquely integrated its subordinate cities into a cohesive structure. By 1500 BC, multiple state forms were evident, ranging from the territorial kingdom of Egypt to the multitude of small states in Bisonian Greece and significant settlements like Troy, which likely functioned as state centers. This territorial evolution extended to the Hittites and other powers in Mesopotamia, highlighting a rich tapestry of state-making practices across the Near East and beyond.
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