1710s BC explained

The 1710s BC was a decade lasting from January 1, 1719 BC to December 31, 1710 BC.

Events and trends

• 1712 BC–According to the middle chronology, Samsu-iluna dies and is succeeded by Abi-Eshuh.

Significant people

• Rim-Sin I, ruler of the Middle Eastern city-state of Larsa
• Samsu-iluna, king of Babylon since 1750 BC