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Tiberius in Carthage
- Tiberius Gracchus's career began in Carthage on Scipio Aemilianus's staff.
- Tiberius was said to be the first over the walls when Carthage fell, though possibly embellished.
Tiberius in Spain
- Tiberius served in Spain during the Numantine war where 20,000 Romans were captured.
- The Senate rejected the treaty Tiberius brokered to free them, causing a rift and pushing him towards populism.
Rise of Populares
- Tiberius's break with the Senate marked the early division of Roman politics into Optimates and Populares.
- The Optimates represented the old oligarchy, while the Populares sought to redistribute wealth and power.