Lachish reliefs
Many reliefs have been found in Assyrian palaces. The Lachish reliefs are of particular interest, because the siege is also mentioned in the Bible and the city (Tall al-Duwer) has been extensively excavated. This allows for comparisons to be made.
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Lachish reliefs: propaganda as a historical source
story by Merijn Schulte.In 701 BCE King Hezekiah of Judah revolted with other Levantine rulers against Assyria. King Sennacherib of Assyria responded with swift military action. One of the most important events of his campaign was the siege of Lachish.