27min chapter

The Ancients cover image

The Fall of Carthage

The Ancients

CHAPTER

The Descent of Carthage

This chapter explores the tumultuous political and military landscape following the fall of Carthage, focusing on Hannibal's struggles and the internal turmoil within both Carthaginian and Roman factions. It highlights the clash of ideologies within the Roman Senate regarding the fate of Carthage, setting the stage for escalating hostilities and the Roman siege. The narrative culminates in a gripping account of the brutal assault that ultimately leads to Carthage's destruction.

00:00

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode