The History of Rome

023d- The War With Hannibal

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Feb 28, 2010
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INSIGHT

Multiple Theaters of War

  • The Second Punic War involved multiple theaters of conflict, including Spain, Sicily, and Italy.
  • Scipio's rise coincided with Hannibal's decline, shifting the final act to North Africa.
INSIGHT

First Macedonian War

  • The First Macedonian War was a separate conflict linked to the Second Punic War.
  • It primarily involved Roman-allied Greeks fighting Macedonians, keeping Philip V out of the main war.
ANECDOTE

Capua's Defection

  • Capua, a major Italian city, defected to Hannibal's side but became isolated.
  • Their alliance failed to sway other cities and ultimately led to their surrender and punishment.
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