Pithana, a Hittite Bronze Age king of the Anatolian city Kussara, reigns ca.
the 17th century BCE.
During his reign, he conquers the city of Kanesh, heart of the Assyrian trading colonies network in Anatolia and core of the Hittite speaking territories.
He is succeeded by his son, Anitta, who is best known for conquering Hattusa, the future Hittite capital, and memorializing his achievement using the Hittite language.
