Yat Ahk I facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Yat Ahk I
King of Piedras Negras
Yat Ahk I's glyph
Predecessor	Piedras Negras Ruler B
Successor	Piedras Negras Ruler C
Father	unknown
Mother	unknown
Religion	Maya religion

Yat Ahk I was a powerful ancient ruler. He was the third king of a major Maya city. This city was called Piedras Negras. It is located in what is now Guatemala. People also knew him by other names. These names were Ah Cauac Ah K'in and Turtle Tooth.

Who Was Yat Ahk I?

Yat Ahk I was a significant king. He ruled the ancient Maya city of Piedras Negras. This city was a very important place. It was part of the amazing Maya civilization.

His Time as King

We first learn about Yat Ahk I from writings. These writings are called inscriptions. They were found in another city named Yaxchilan. One of Yat Ahk I's important leaders was captured there. This happened during a conflict with a ruler named Knot-eye Jaguar I.

Even so, it seems Piedras Negras was very strong. It might have had some control over Yaxchilan. This shows Yat Ahk I's city was powerful.

What We Know About Him

It is possible that Yat Ahk I is shown in an ancient carving. This carving is known as Panel 2. Such carvings help us understand ancient rulers. They give us clues about their appearance.

His Legacy

Yat Ahk I's time as king eventually ended. His successor was a ruler known as Piedras Negras Ruler C. It is thought that this new ruler might have been Yat Ahk I's son.

Many years later, another king ruled Piedras Negras. He was the eleventh and final ajaw (ruler) of the city. His name was K'inich Yat Ahk II. He likely chose his name to honor Yat Ahk I. This shows how important Yat Ahk I was.