Which empire ruled Uruk during the Achaemenid period?
Roman Empire
Egyptian Empire
Persian Empire
Hittite Empire
Answer
The Achaemenid Empire, also known as the First Persian Empire, ruled Uruk during the Achaemenid period (550–330 BC). The empire was founded by Cyrus the Great and was the largest empire in ancient history at its peak.
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