The Battle of Qarqar - History written in two ways

History remembers the Battle of Qarqar in 853 BCE as both a victory and a stalemate — depending on who you ask. In this episode of The Ancient Revealed, we investigate how two opposing sides claimed triumph, and how the power of narrative shaped the legacy of this pivotal clash.

Through archaeology, ancient inscriptions, and historical analysis, we uncover the competing accounts left behind by the Assyrian Empire and its rivals. Was the truth lost, or was it rewritten? In the ancient world — as today — the story told could be as powerful as the battle itself.

What you’ll discover in this video:

- The political stakes behind the Battle of Qarqar

- How the Assyrian annals recorded the event

- The perspective of the opposing coalition

- Archaeological evidence and historical context

- Why ancient propaganda still matters today

About The Ancient Revealed:
We explore ancient civilizations, lost cities, archaeological discoveries, and the patterns that shaped human history. Each episode is grounded in evidence and told through cinematic, research-driven storytelling.