Hammurabi biography timeline graphic organizer

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          Who is Hammurabi?

          When it comes to setting down the ancient law, Hammurabi has certainly played an important role, as he is responsible for a set of laws known as ‘Hammurabi’s Code.’ Not only was he the sixth king of Babylon, he also became known as the first king to rule over the Babylonian Empire.

          This Sixth Grade Hammurabi Graphic Organizer is designed to help students understand the Code of Hammurabi's key concepts and historical significance.

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          5. At this time, he furthered the control that Babylon had over Mesopotamia , all due to winning a series of wars against nearby kingdoms. In this article, you will learn more about the man behind an important set of historic laws.

          Hammurabi’s Place in History

          One of the first recorded written codes of law in history is Hammurabi’s Code, which was placed on a stone tablet that reached more than six feet into the air.

          In 1901, this great piece of history was uncovered. Hammurabi served as the First Dynasty king of the city-state of Babylon, a position on the throne passed down from this father (Sin-muballit) around 1792 BC.

          At the time, Babylon was known a