Hannibal's army during the Second Punic War varied in size, but it is estimated to have been around 40,000 to 50,000 troops at its peak. This force included a mix of infantry, cavalry, and war elephants. Hannibal's strategic use of this army, particularly during his famous crossing of the Alps and subsequent battles in Italy, showcased his military genius despite facing larger Roman forces. The exact numbers are debated among historians but highlight his ability to effectively utilize a diverse and well-trained army.
How to cross river with elephants... was I guess the first major obstacle the Hannibal army faced...
I don't know who Hannibal Backa is. If you mean Hannibal Barca, he was the Carthaginian general who invaded Italy by crossing the Alps with his army and elephants.
Hannibal was the Carthaginian general in question. Hannibal led both his troops and his elephants over the Alps and into Italy during the Second Punic War.
Hannibal crossed the Alps to enter northern Italy.
221-218 BCE.
Carthaginian
As an elected magistrate, he led an army of Roman citizens. Hannibal led a mercenary army for the Carthaginians.
How to cross river with elephants... was I guess the first major obstacle the Hannibal army faced...
elephants
The Alps with an invading army .
The Roman people feared Hannibal because he was a Carthanian general and Carthage was the stronges place to live at the time. Carthage also had elephant had elephants in their army which can make a big difference in a battle.
Hannibal Barca was leader of the Carthaginian Army beginning in 221 BCE. He lead his army across the Alps to attack Rome in 218 BCE. Hannibal continued as leader of the Carthaginian Army until the end of the Third Punic War in 201 BCE.
I don't know who Hannibal Backa is. If you mean Hannibal Barca, he was the Carthaginian general who invaded Italy by crossing the Alps with his army and elephants.
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The Carthaginian army.
Hannibal was beaten, big time. He ended his life on the run.
Hannibal's army crossed the Alps with elephants.