Question

interactive chart: akkadian and babylonian empires identify central ideas what do you think was the most important difference between the ways the babylonian and akkadian empires were governed? explain your answer.

Explanation:

The Akkadian Empire, under Sargon, was one of the first large - scale empires. It relied on a strong military to expand and maintain control. Sargon established a standing army and used it to conquer neighboring city - states. The Babylonian Empire, especially under Hammurabi, is well - known for its legal code. Hammurabi's Code was a comprehensive set of laws that regulated various aspects of life, from trade to family relations. This shows a shift from a more military - centric governance in the Akkadian Empire to a more rule - of - law based governance in the Babylonian Empire.

Answer:

The most important difference was that the Akkadian Empire relied more on military might for governance while the Babylonian Empire emphasized a legal code (Hammurabi's Code) for governance.