The military scenes on the Urartian bronze belts (9th to the early of the 6th century BC)

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• The Urartians developed a robust military to combat the Assyrian Empire, showcasing advanced fortifications.
• Artifacts like bronze belts indicate the significance of military culture in extending their empire across key regions.
• The study highlights the interplay between military strength and state formation during the 9th to early 6th century BC.
• Artifacts from the period show unique military equipment that contributed to Urartian dominance in the region.