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However, this era of rudimentary governance transitioned into more organized structures as the Assyrian renaissance unfolded.
Expansionist Ambitions and Military Innovation
As peace in the region frayed, the Assyrian states began to assert their independence. Over time, Asher became a legitimate political entity, and military might became intertwined with its identity. The Assyrians were not only the first to develop a professional army but also innovated military engineering techniques, creating siege weapons and a network of supply routes that facilitated rapid troop movements.