WORLD CIVILIZATION

Detailed explanation-1: -The Assyrians learned the technique of hardening iron for use in weapons from the Sumerians.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Hittites taught the Assyrians how to make their weapons stronger by using iron. First mining iron from the ground, they melted down the iron ore and mixed it with charcoal to make it stronger than it was before. Using weapons and armor made from this strong iron, their enemies never stood a chance.

Detailed explanation-3: -Answer and Explanation: The Assyrians and the Hittites were experts in the use of Iron. This metal was used to make swords, axes, and spears.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Assyrians were the first to use iron to make their weapons. Iron was stronger than the bronze used by their enemies and gave them a distinct advantage. The main armor used by Assyrian soldiers was a shield and helmet. Archers had a shield bearer who would cover them while they got off shots.

Detailed explanation-5: -Utilitarian objects of iron were not to appear in Assyria before the eighth century bc.