ISIS has been horrifying the world by their act now they are looting and destroying ancient artifacts in Iraq and Syria. They destructed of statues, books and art that date from the Assyrian and Akkadian empires. These artifacts were worth billions of dollars, more than that they were symbol of starting of civilization. One of Statue destroyed among many others was Statue of Hatra king. We know very less about king’s identity, but many believed he was Sanatrug. He ruled Hatra modern day Iraq. He is believed to first ruler calling himself “King”. Kingdom became prosperous because of its trade route and Strategic position. It was important religious center called “House of Gods”. Books and manuscript honoring Sumero- Akkadian gods and Mesopotamia
