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In ancient times, elephants were brought to many places from the wilds of Africa. Some were used for warfare. Hannibal, the famous general of Carthage used elephants much like today's tanks. With soldiers mounted on an elephants back, and a driver, they caused panics among Roman calvary horses. The elephants strength allowed them to stomp on enemies. Elephants also proved they could survive harsh temperatures. Hannibal had them cross the Alps with his army as he then marched into Italy. This was the Second Punic War.

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