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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. -
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. -
Hattusilis names the capitol of the Hittites, Hattusha.
This is important because it shows what the capitol of the Hittites was. -
The Hittites captured Babylon and Mali.
This event is important because it shows how the Hittite empire expanded. -
Telipinus takes control of the empire after Mursilis dies.
This is important because it shows who regained stability after the death of a king. -
The Middle Kingdom was very weak compared to the Old Kingdom. The leaders/kings were weak.
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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. -
King Ammuna takes over and is named the worst king ever.
This event is significant due to the decline of the Hittite empire. -
The capitol is moved to Tarhuntassa after continued threats.
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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. -
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. -
The Phrygians overthrew the Hittites.
This explains how the Hittite civilization fell.
