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Punic Wars
The Punic Wars were a series of military engagements between the ascendant Roman Republic and the former Phoenician colony of Carthage, in what is now Tunisia. The Wars were notable for the Carthaginian General Hannibal's Crossing over the Alps with elephants in the Second Punic War and for Rome's complete razing of Carthage in the Third Punic War.
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You would not have any choice if you were Phoenician or one of the peoples they controlled you would be in the army of Carthage, if you were a Roman or one of the peoples they controlled you would be in the army of Rome. If you were in a "neutral" people, you would join the army of whoever asked first or they would probably execute you.
No, the Scipios were an established Roman patrician family. Don't be misled by his surname, Africanus. Africanus was an honorific name given to him after he defeated Hannibal at the battle of Zama, which was in Africa.
Who was Hannibal of Carthage's Father?
The Carthaginian General Hannibal's father was Hamilcar Barca.
The exact burial site of Hannibal Barca, the Carthaginian general, remains unknown. Historical accounts suggest that he may have been buried in the vicinity of modern-day Istanbul, Turkey, or in North Africa, but no definitive archaeological evidence has confirmed his resting place. Over the centuries, various theories and legends have emerged about his burial site, but it remains a mystery.
No he did not attack Rome as he did not have a seige train. He fought battles with Roman forces while in Italy between 218 and 203 BCE.
What were the landless poor after the second Punic War?
The landless poor were Roman, Latin and Italic small peasants who lost their land during the war. The causes of this were:
1) prolonged service in the army led to neglect of their farms
2) some areas were ravaged by Hannibal
3) the owner of rich landed estate took advantage of the situation to buy lands of the poor peasants cheaply
4) large scale enslavement of war captives greatly increased the supply of slaves. These provided abundant labour for the owners of the large estates, including the newly acquired lands. Slave labour also made labour for the rich landowners by small peasants through debt bondage redundant.
What role did Maharbal play in the Punic Wars?
He was Hannibal's cavalry commander during the Second Punic War. Notably he criticised Hannibal's failure to follow up the victory at Cannae by taking Rome. In historian Livy's words, after Maharbal's urging and Hannibal's evasive negativity, Maharbal said:
'You, Hannibal, know how to gain a victory; you do not know how to use it."[
Who was it that Hannibal of Carthage would crucify if they failed in battle?
Hannibal did not tolerate failure within his ranks, especially from his officers. He is said to have crucified his own officers for their incompetence or failure in battle.
Why did Carthage not send reinforcements to Hannibal?
Carthage did send reinforcements, however the eventual Roman coubter-strategy was to invade North Africa, and Hannibal was ordered to come home to defend the city, ending his threat in Italy.
Will there be a sequel to Hannibal?
The producer has said it is likely and that they are waiting for Thomas Harris to confirm.
What is Hannibal of Carthage lasting legacy?
"Hannibal ante portas", he taught the Roman Republic the meaning of fear
Is Africa named after Scipio Africanus?
No - the other way around. Africanus was added to his name after a successful campaign against Carthage there.
What changed after Rome defeated Hannibal?
After Rome defeated Hannibal in the Second Punic War (218-201 BCE), it solidified its dominance over the Mediterranean region. The defeat of Hannibal weakened Carthage significantly, leading to Rome's rise as the preeminent power in the area. Following the war, Rome expanded its territories, ultimately resulting in the destruction of Carthage in the Third Punic War (149-146 BCE) and further solidifying Roman hegemony. This shift laid the groundwork for the expansion of the Roman Empire and its cultural influence in the centuries to come.
What Massaesylian king helped battle the invasion of north Africa by Scipio Africanus?
Syphax, the king of the Masaesyli of western Numidia actually fought against Scipio Africanus. It was Masinissa, the king of the Massyli, of eastern Numidia who was the one who helped Scipio. Syphax was defeated at the Battle of Bagbrades and thereafter was pursued by Masinissa.
How did Carthage make up for its loss to Rome after the first Punic War?
It intensified its trading position in Spain, extended its influence and territory there. This allowed it to both pay the indemnity to Rome exacted as part of the settlement, and also recoup its fortunes sufficiently to be able to hire mercenary troops, which it relied on, as Carthage had a comparatively small population.
