Punic Collection (page 5)

Hannibal Crosses Alps
Hannibals brilliant strategy, attacking Rome after crossing the Alps, takes the Romans by surprise

Punic War Declared
The long-simmering rivalry with Carthage erupts when Fabius Maximus formally announces Romes declaration of war

Roman Quinquireme
A Roman quinquireme from the period of the Punic Wars against Carthage

Punic Wars: Ecnomus
PUNIC WARS Naval battle of ECNOMUS :the Roman fleet won a hard-fought victory over the Carthaginians nearly 700 vessels took part

Punic War / Carthage Burns
PUNIC WARS Scipio blockades Carthage, and perfidiously obtains its surrender; the city is razed to the ground

Punic Wars: Zama Battle
SECOND PUNIC WAR Scipio Africanus defeats Hannibal at ZAMA in North Africa

Punic War, Hannibal
PUNIC WARS A Roman reconnaissance patrol watches Hannibals advance through the Alps

Sacrifice by Romans before the the Battle of Capua
SECOND PUNIC WAR : A sacrifice to Apollo by the Romans before the Battle of Capua, held by the Carthaginians under Hannibal. The Romans were defeated, but managed to escape

Roman Senate refuses to ransom prisoners
SECOND PUNIC WAR: The Roman Senate refuses to ransom prisoners taken by the enemy in battle, because to do so would not be honourable, and to pay so many ransoms would be very costly

Hannibal at Casilinum
SECOND PUNIC WAR : Hannibal, the Carthaginian leader, at Casilinum, sends cows with bunches of burning twigs attached to their horns, causing the Roman garrison at Callicula to flee in fear

Hannibal vows to fight Rome to the bitter end
SECOND PUNIC WAR : Hannibal vows to fight Rome to the bitter end

Fabius Maximus appointed Roman dictator
PUNIC WARS : because of the military emergency, Quintus Fabius Maximus Verrucosus Cunctator is appointed dictator

First Punic War, naval victory of Duilius at Mylae
PUNIC WARS : the Roman consul Gaius Duilius is applauded for his naval victory over the Carthaginians at Mylae (present-day Milazzo) in northern Sicily

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"Punic: A Tale of Epic Battles and Ancient Rivalries" Step into the world of ancient history as we delve into the captivating era of the Punic Wars. Witness Hannibal, a brilliant Carthaginian general, defying all odds by crossing the treacherous Alps with his army and mighty elephants. The audacity of this feat still echoes through time. In a clash that would shape empires, Scipio Africanus stands tall as he meets Hannibal at the Battle of Zama. Two formidable forces collide in an epic showdown, forever etching their names in history's annals. The Second Punic War between Rome and Carthage unfolds before our eyes. These great powers locked in a struggle for dominance; their fates intertwined on the battlefield. Marvel at Roman Republic's resilience against Carthaginian might during this tumultuous period. Carthaginian art reveals its splendor through a bust depicting goddess Tanit—a testament to their rich culture and artistic prowess. This sculpture transports us back to an age where gods were revered and beauty was immortalized in stone. Hannibal's daring expedition continues as he crosses not only mountains but also rivers like the Rhone River—an arduous journey that showcases his unwavering determination to challenge Rome's supremacy. Byrsa Hill emerges as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, reminding us of Carthage's original Punic site—the birthplace of legends and tales now whispered among ruins standing witness to centuries gone by. Scipio Africanus takes center stage once more—his strategic brilliance guiding Rome towards victory amidst political turmoil within Cato & Senate during these turbulent times known as the Punic Wars. Finally, we cannot overlook Hannibal's crowning achievement—the Battle of Cannae—a resounding triumph where his tactical genius decimated Roman forces. It remains one of history's most astonishing military victories.