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Sargon

(born 2 September 1979), better known by his pseudonym , is a political commentator, , and podcaster who rose to prominence in the through rationalist critiques of , , and what he describes as authoritarian tendencies in progressive activism. Identifying as a classical liberal, Benjamin advocates for free speech, evidence-based reasoning, and intervention while supporting social safety nets like the UK's ; his content often challenges narratives from mainstream institutions, which he argues exhibit systemic biases favoring left-leaning ideologies. His YouTube channel, launched around 2013, gained traction during the Gamergate events by dissecting cultural controversies and amassed over one million subscribers before facing demonetization and content restrictions in 2019 due to policies targeting politically charged speech. Notable controversies include 2016 Twitter remarks to Labour MPs Jess Phillips and Caroline Flint—"I wouldn't even rape you" and a similar phrase—intended as hyperbolic defiance amid accusations of misogyny, which drew police investigations but no charges, and a 2018 Patreon ban after leaked Discord messages revealed use of racial slurs in private discussions about public figures. In 2019, he campaigned for the (UKIP) as a candidate for on a pro-Brexit, anti-immigration platform but secured only about 58,000 votes in a region-wide list, contributing to UKIP's failure to win any seats amid the party's broader electoral collapse. Benjamin now co-hosts The Podcast of the Lotus Eaters, a platform examining global politics, cultural decline, and institutional failures through first-principles analysis, maintaining influence among audiences skeptical of establishment media narratives.

Historical Rulers

Sargon of Akkad

, reigning approximately 2334–2279 BCE, founded the by uniting disparate city-states under centralized rule, marking the emergence of the world's first known multi-ethnic empire spanning from the to the . Archaeological evidence, including inscriptions attributed to Sargon, records his overthrow of Lugalzaggisi of and subsequent conquests of cities such as , , , and Adab, with claims of victory in 34 battles and the subjugation of 50 rival s or governors (ishakkus). The Sargon Legend, a later Akkadian text preserving elements of his , depicts his humble origins: born to a high priestess who concealed his illegitimacy by placing him in a reed basket on the River, he was raised by a water-drawer and rose as cupbearer to , of Kish, before divine favor propelled him to kingship. Sargon's military innovations included the formation of a professional , with inscriptions stating that 5,400 soldiers consumed bread daily under his command, enabling sustained campaigns that extended Akkadian control over , , and northern regions up to the . These forces employed open-order tactics with javelins and composite bows, facilitating rapid conquests and suppression of rebellions, as evidenced by records of capturing thousands of prisoners in single engagements like the campaign against Kazallu. His expeditions reached distant trade hubs, docking ships from Magan, , and at Akkad's harbor, integrating maritime resources into the empire's economy. Administratively, Sargon implemented reforms to consolidate power, including the appointment of loyal governors (ensi) in conquered territories and the promotion of as an administrative alongside . He introduced standardized weights, measures, and possibly taxation systems to unify and resource extraction across the realm, as indicated by the widespread adoption of imperial standards in length, volume, and weight during the Akkadian period. projects, such as roads for mobility and enhanced , supported economic integration, while ideological measures like installing his daughter as high priestess of in blended religious authority with political control. The empire endured roughly 150 years beyond Sargon's death, through successors like and Naram-Sin, before collapsing amid internal revolts and external pressures around 2154 BCE, yet Sargon's model of centralized conquest, bureaucratic oversight, and cultural synthesis influenced subsequent Mesopotamian states. His inscriptions emphasize Enlil's mandate for rule over unprecedented territories, underscoring a causal link between military mobilization, administrative uniformity, and imperial longevity grounded in textual and archaeological attestations rather than mere legend.

Sargon II of Assyria

Sargon II (Akkadian: Šarru-kīn, meaning "legitimate king") ruled the from 722 to 705 BCE, a period marked by aggressive military expansion, administrative centralization, and monumental construction that solidified dominance in the . Likely the son of , he ascended the throne amid widespread rebellions following the death of , whose final campaign against he completed; his legitimacy was contested, prompting him to adopt the throne name Sargon to invoke the prestige of the legendary conqueror . Over his 17-year reign, documented in royal annals and prism inscriptions, Sargon conducted near-annual campaigns that subdued vassal states, integrated peripheral regions, and secured key trade corridors from the Mediterranean to the , while his policies of mass reshaped demographics to prevent revolts. His death in 705 BCE during a battle against the in Tabal (southeastern ) was a rare humiliation for an Assyrian king, as his body was not recovered for burial, leading his successor to abandon Sargon's new capital. Sargon's military achievements began with the suppression of anti-Assyrian uprisings in his early years, including the of in 720 BCE, where his claim he deported 27,290 inhabitants and resettled the region with loyal populations from other territories. This victory, corroborated by a victory stele fragment found at and multiple royal inscriptions, ended the Kingdom of Israel and integrated its resources into the empire, though archaeological evidence at Samaria indicates partial rather than total destruction. Subsequent expeditions targeted in the north, where he defeated King Rusa I at Mount Ulhu in 714 BCE, sacking the temple of Haldi and deporting thousands; to the east, culminating in the sack of in 709 BCE; and western states like , , and Anatolian principalities, where campaigns in 711–709 BCE subjugated Tabal and Muski, securing silver mines and iron resources vital for Assyrian . These operations, often led personally but sometimes delegated to generals, expanded Assyrian control over lucrative trade routes, including those for tin, , and horses, with recording over 200,000 captives resettled across the empire to bolster labor and loyalty. Domestically, Sargon initiated grand building projects, most notably the foundation of Dūr-Šarrukin ("Fortress of Sargon," modern Khorsabad) in 717 BCE as a new capital north of , designed on a with defensive walls, palaces, and temples modeled partly on Babylonian layouts. The complex featured advanced , including aqueducts channeling water from distant springs, a multi-level dedicated to the god , and vast palace gardens; excavations reveal a 127-room villa and city walls enclosing some 300 hectares, constructed using war captives as forced labor. Though unfinished at his death—Sennacherib relocated the capital to —the site's monumental scale symbolized Sargon's imperial ideology, with inscriptions boasting it as a "city without rival." Sargon's reforms emphasized centralized administration and demographic engineering, rebalancing provincial governorships to curb the influence of hereditary magnates and introducing field marshals (turtānu) for oversight, as evidenced by letters and edicts adjusting tax exemptions for temples to foster priestly support. His policy systematically relocated conquered populations—dividing communities by utility, with skilled farmers and artisans redistributed to underpopulated heartlands—aimed at cultural assimilation and revolt prevention, affecting hundreds of thousands and altering ethnic compositions in regions like and the Zagros. Religious patronage, including endowments to deities like and , reinforced his legitimacy, with prism texts detailing victories as divine mandates; these measures, while effective in sustaining the empire's peak, relied on relentless warfare that strained resources and foreshadowed later overextension.

Other Mesopotamian Sargons

Sargon I ruled during the , approximately from 1920 to 1881 BCE, succeeding his father Ikunum and reigning for about 40 years as recorded in the Assyrian King List. His name, meaning "the legitimate king" in , appears in king lists and limited inscriptions, with evidence from seals found at the Anatolian trading colony of (Kanesh) attesting to commercial expansions under his oversight. These activities focused on securing trade routes northward rather than large-scale conquests, contrasting with the imperial ambitions of later namesakes. Fragmentary texts and king lists mention no other prominent Mesopotamian rulers definitively named Sargon beyond the Akkadian founder and the Neo-Assyrian , though the name's recurrence in dynasties reflects deliberate invocation of the original Sargon's legendary status to legitimize rule and evoke continuity with early imperial precedents. Such were common in Mesopotamian ideologies, where epithets tied successors to mythic forebears amid sparse for minor figures.

Modern Individuals

Pseudonyms and Online Personas

(born September 1979), a political commentator, adopted the online Sargon of Akkad in 2013 to produce YouTube videos critiquing , , and , often drawing on empirical data such as to challenge prevailing narratives. His channel, initially launched in 2010 but active from mid-2013, gained prominence through coverage of the controversy in 2014, during which subscribers surged from approximately 8,400 in early August to 47,000 by month's end, eventually reaching over 950,000 by 2019. Benjamin's content emphasized defenses of free speech and skepticism toward institutional biases in media and academia, positioning the persona as a vehicle for rational discourse over ideological conformity. Under the banner, Benjamin ran as a (UKIP) candidate for in the 2019 European Parliament elections, announced in 2018, where he advocated against establishment policies on immigration and EU integration. In 2020, he co-founded The Lotus Eaters, a and platform focused on analyzing UK politics, cultural shifts, and policy critiques through panel discussions, which by 2025 continued to address topics like migration impacts and surveillance concerns. Recent activities in 2024–2025 include commentary on X (formerly Twitter) regarding British political dynamics and appearances on , where he has highlighted risks of unchecked immigration and the erosion of traditional values, often citing statistical trends in public safety and demographics. The has been linked to controversies, including a December 2018 after Benjamin used racial and homophobic slurs in a video, which he described as satirical exaggeration rather than endorsement, prompting backlash from supporters who viewed it as inconsistent enforcement of platform rules. Similarly, tweets from 2016–2018 directed at MP , stating variations of "I wouldn't even rape you," were defended by Benjamin as provocative testing of thresholds and equal treatment in , though they drew police investigations and condemnation for ; he refused to apologize, arguing they highlighted selective sensitivities in public discourse. These incidents, while amplifying scrutiny from left-leaning outlets, underscore Sargon's role in platforming viewpoints marginalized by mainstream gatekeepers, fostering debates on and empirical accountability over emotional appeals.

Given Names and Surnames

Sargon Rasho (1949–2024) was an singer recognized for his contributions to modern Assyrian music, including the songs "Dalale" and "See Makha," both released in 1983. His work focused on preserving cultural expressions within communities, performing traditional styles that resonated with Assyrian audiences. As a , Sargon appears infrequently in contemporary records, primarily among individuals of Assyrian descent who maintain connections to Mesopotamian heritage. It derives from the Šarru-kīn, meaning "legitimate king," and is favored in Christian Assyrian populations as a marker of ethnic continuity rather than political assertion. Surnames incorporating Sargon are rare and typically trace to Middle Eastern lineages, particularly or related groups, with limited prominence outside ethnic enclaves. Genealogical data indicate sporadic usage, often without notable public figures, underscoring its niche persistence linked to ancient rather than broad adoption.

Fictional and Cultural Uses

Characters in Media

In video games, Sargon serves as the protagonist in Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown (2024), developed by Ubisoft, where he is depicted as a skilled Immortal warrior trained in combat and tasked with rescuing Prince Ghassan from a cursed island; the character draws nominal inspiration from ancient Mesopotamian lore but features original abilities like time manipulation and dimensional traversal for metroidvania-style gameplay. In strategy titles, Sargon appears as a playable leader in Sid Meier's Civilization Revolution (2008), embodying the Akkadian Empire's emphasis on military expansion and city conquest, with bonuses to production and warfare that stylize historical conquests into abstracted mechanics rather than biographical fidelity. In comics, is a Golden Age DC Comics superhero created by John B. Wentworth and Howard Purcell, debuting in #26 (May 1941) as John Sargent, a magician empowered by the ancient of to manipulate matter and energy for crime-fighting; the character operates independently of historical Sargons, employing theatrical misdirection alongside supernatural feats against foes like the Blue Lama, and later integrates into team-ups such as the during narratives. Successor iterations, including David Sargent in the Silver Age, inherit the ruby but adapt its powers for modern mystical threats, diverging further into occult ensemble stories like Helmet of Fate. On television, Sargon manifests as a non-corporeal ancient entity in the Star Trek: The Original Series episode "" (February 2, 1968), where the being—preserved in a on an uninhabited planet—possesses Captain Kirk's body to pursue corporeal revival, showcasing god-like intellect and ethical dilemmas stylized from tropes rather than Mesopotamian history. These portrayals typically borrow the name for archetypal figures of power and ambition, prioritizing narrative utility over empirical accuracy to ancient rulers.

Other References

Dur-Sharrukin, an ancient city also known as Khorsabad in modern , was constructed around 717 BCE as a planned capital for the , with its name literally translating to "Fortress of Sargon." The site features extensive remains of palaces, temples, and defensive walls, uncovered through excavations beginning in the and continuing into recent magnetometry surveys that revealed additional structures like workshops and residential areas. Artifacts from the site include monumental statues and inscriptions detailing construction efforts completed by 706 BCE, though the city was abandoned shortly after Sargon's death in 705 BCE. The Sargon Geography refers to a Neo- cuneiform tablet (Assur 13955gy) compiling lists of toponyms and regions associated with the conquests of , framed as an account of his dominion extending to the edges of . This text, dated to the late second millennium BCE in its preserved form, integrates geographical enumeration with royal ideology, influencing later Assyrian mensuration practices and providing evidence for ancient perceptions of cosmic and terrestrial boundaries. Scholarly editions highlight its structure as interspersed place-name lists and narrative elements, distinct from purely administrative records. In , the denotes the final lineage of Assyrian kings from 722 BCE to 612 BCE, named retrospectively after its founder and encompassing rulers who oversaw the empire's peak expansion and eventual collapse. This designation, used in academic analyses of Neo-Assyrian governance, underscores shifts in royal titulature and administrative innovations during the period.

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