Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: Second Punic War (Bc 218 201)
This chapter from William Morey's 1901 text lays out the entire course of the Second Punic War. The brilliant military strategies of Hannibal and Scipio Africanus are thoroughly explained.
Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: First Punic War
Rome begins her expansion beyond the Italian peninsula with the First Punic War against Carthage. See why Carthage was such a formidable foe.
Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: Third Punic War and Reduction of Africa
Read about the exciting and futile attempt by Carthage to resist capture and destruction by the Romans in the Third Punic War.
Boise State University
Boise State University: The Punic Wars: Origins of the Second Punic War
Explains the origins of the Second Punic War. Battle specifics, important people, results of war, and more are covered.
Then Again
Then Again: Web Chron: The Second Punic War
An extensive description from the North Park University of the Second Punic War. Read about Hannibal's strategy and use of war elephants, and his eventual defeat.
Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: Events Following the First Punic War (Bc 241 218)
With the end of the First Punic War, Rome acquired new territory which she organized into provinces.
Boise State University
Boise State University: The Punic Wars: Carthage
A description of Carthage and its economic importance in the ancient world.
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Roman Foreign Relations to 70 b.c.
A discussion that covers how Rome interacted with other groups/kingdoms during its history. A number of wars are mentioned such as the Punic Wars between Rome and Carthage.
World History Encyclopedia
World History Encyclopedia: Battle of Cannae
Learn details about the Battle of Cannae that took place during the Punic Wars and its aftermath. It was the worst defeat in Roman history.
Mocomi & Anibrain Digital Technologies
Mocomi: Sir Dig a Lot: Hannibal: Ancient Rome History
Take a tour with Sir Dig-a-Lot and learn about an ancient war hero, Hannibal, who fought against the Roman Empire in the Second Punic War.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Malta: History
Read about Malta's fascinating history. Its location as an island served as a stopping place for many different groups. Information from the U.S. State Department Background Notes.
Other
The Roman World 509 b.c. To a.d. 180
This narrative site provides great overview to life in ancient Rome and Roman history. The geography, early settlers, Roman monarchy, Roman conquest of Italy are all mentioned.
Boise State University
Boise State University: The Battle of Zama
This Boise State University site offers a concise description of the Battle of Zama.
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