Rome and Carthage: A Hypothetical Alliance

In this chapter, they discuss the hypothetical scenario of what would have happened if the Romans and Carthaginians had formed a working relationship and became economically and militarily codependent. They highlight the stark differences between the two civilizations, with Carthage being a seafaring mercantile empire that believed in capitalism, while Rome was centered around military conquest and fought for duty, honor, and loyalty to the state. The chapter explores the potential outcomes and implications of such an alliance.