The Victor Davis Hanson Show The End of Carthage: Things We Can Learn
Jun 1, 2024
Best-selling author Victor Davis Hanson discusses the destruction of Carthage in the Third Punic War, drawing parallels between historical conflicts and modern global tensions. The podcast explores the events leading up to the war, Scipio's ruthless conquest, and the impact of Carthage's fall on Roman society. Reflections on historical tragedies and modern military decisions offer thought-provoking insights.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Exploring Carthage and the Third Punic War
01:40 • 2min
Echoes of History in Modern Global Tensions
03:14 • 12min
Unveiling the Prelude to the Third Punic War
15:42 • 5min
The Fall of Carthage: Scipio's Ruthless Conquest
20:47 • 10min
Historical Narrative and Vivid Descriptions: Bringing the Third Punic War to Life
31:01 • 4min
The Fall of Carthage and Its Impact on Rome
34:54 • 26min
Reflections on Historical Tragedies and Modern Military Decisions
01:00:52 • 5min