Hannibal of Carthage, one of history's greatest military strategists, almost brought the Roman Republic to its knees.
As a boy, he swore eternal enmity against Rome, leading him to cross the Alps with his diverse army and elephants, stunning the Romans.
Despite his victories, he never managed to capture Rome, but his legacy of brilliance and determination remains.
- Hannibal's vow to hate Rome forever
- Hannibal's upbringing and education in military tactics
- The First Punic War and Carthage's defeat
- Hannibal's march across the Alps into Italy
- Hannibal's diverse and strategic army composition
- Key victories at the Trebia, Lake Trasimene, and Cannae
- Rome's Fabian Strategy to counter Hannibal
- Hannibal's defeat at the Battle of Zama
- Hannibal's later life and exile
- Hannibal's enduring legacy and impact on military strategy
Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website:
https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/hannibal
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