The Assyrian army
A)was renowned for its ability to besiege enemy cities.
B)could deploy only a few thousand troops in major campaigns.
C)customarily used diplomacy and negotiation in its largely peaceful campaigns.
D)was unable to conquer Egypt.
E)defeated the Persians on the banks of the Tigris River.

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The Assyrian army was famous for its ability to besiege enemy cities and had innovative siege tactics, such as battering rams and siege towers. They were feared for their military might and ruthlessness in warfare, making them a dominant force in the ancient Near East.

The Assyrian Army