Sumer & Mesopotamia

By Melanie Jones, published 3rd December 2015

Where is Sumer? Why is it important? The Ancient Sumerians are said to have founded the first urban civilisation in southern Mesopotamia (modern Iraq and Kuwait) and provide some of the earliest examples of writing and trade. In this section you will find podcasts, articles and resources to develop your knowledge of this ancient civilisation.

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