The hittite civilization

The Hittite Civiization

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  • 1700 BCE

    The Start

    The Start
    The Hittite civilization began when they invaded the region of the Hatti people who lived in present day Turkey.
    This is important because it explains how the Hittite civilization began.
  • 1650 BCE

    Reign of Hattusilis

    Reign of Hattusilis
    Hattusilis the First extended the Hittite empire and showed control.
    This is important because Hattusilis was the first Hittite king and he showed a great deal of power and control.
  • 1650 BCE

    Capitol Is Established

    Capitol Is Established
    Hattusilis names the capitol of the Hittites, Hattusha.
    This is important because it shows what the capitol of the Hittites was.
  • 1595 BCE

    Capturing Babylon

    Capturing Babylon
    The Hittites captured Babylon and Mali.
    This event is important because it shows how the Hittite empire expanded.
  • 1530 BCE

    Telipinus Takes Over

    Telipinus Takes Over
    Telipinus takes control of the empire after Mursilis dies.
    This is important because it shows who regained stability after the death of a king.
  • 1500 BCE

    Middle Kingdom

    Middle Kingdom
    The Middle Kingdom was very weak compared to the Old Kingdom. The leaders/kings were weak.
    This shows the decline of the civilization due to poor leaders.
  • 1500 BCE

    Iron Age

    Iron Age
    The Hittites were the first people to utilize iron. They used it to perfect the wheel and build their chariots.
    This information is important because it explains how the Hittites used their resources.
  • 1486 BCE

    Ammuna Rules

    Ammuna Rules
    King Ammuna takes over and is named the worst king ever.
    This event is significant due to the decline of the Hittite empire.
  • 1295 BCE

    A New Capitol

    A New Capitol
    The capitol is moved to Tarhuntassa after continued threats.
    This shows how desperate the Hittites were to regain control.
  • 1275 BCE

    The Battle of Kadesh

    The Battle of Kadesh
    This was the greatest chariot battle of all time and it was fought between the Hittites and the Egyptians.
    This battle was important because it brought out a peace treaty between the Hittites and the Egyptians.
  • 1258 BCE

    The Treaty Of Kadesh

    The Treaty Of Kadesh
    The Treaty of Kadesh was a peace treaty between the Egyptians and the HIttites.
    This treaty shows the outcome of the battle and the relationship between the Egyptians and Hittites.
  • 1200 BCE

    The Fall

    The Fall
    The Phrygians overthrew the Hittites.
    This explains how the Hittite civilization fell.