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Esarhaddon (Neo-Assyrian cuneiform: Aššur-aḫa-iddina, meaning "Ashur has given me a brother")

After receiving a prophecy that he was destined to conquer the world, Esarhaddon embarked on another campaign against Egypt in 671. The campaign was a resounding success and placed Egypt under Assyrian control for the first time in history, bringing the Assyrian Empire to its greatest extent.

Early life and designation as heir [WIP]
Born c. 714 BC, Esarhaddon was a son of his predecessor Sennacherib ((r. 705 – 681)).