Punic wars
This island was the main battleground between Rome and Carthage.
Sicily
This battle is known as the decisive engagement that ended the Second Punic War.
Zama
He was the founder of Carthage and a legendary figure in its history.
Dido
The outcome of the Punic Wars led to the decline of this major Mediterranean power.
Carthage
This famous Roman general defeated Hannibal at the Battle of Zama.
Scipio
The Battle of Cannae was fought in this year and was a major victory for this general.
Hannibal
This Roman statesman was known for his passionate opposition to Carthage.
Cato
After the Third Punic War, this city was famously destroyed by the Romans.
Carthage
The term "Punic" is derived from the Latin word for this ancient civilization.
Phoenician
This battle marked the end of the First Punic War.
Aegates
Known as the "father of Hannibal,” he led Carthage in the First Punic War.
Hamilcar
The series of wars ultimately led to the expansion of Roman influence across this sea.
Mediterranean
This was the first major naval battle of the First Punic War.
Ecnomus
This battle saw the Romans suffer massive losses and is considered one of the worst defeats in Roman history.
Cannae
This leader was known for his strategic genius and for invading Italy.
hannibal
This treaty officially ended the Second Punic War, giving Rome significant territorial gains.
Zama
This Carthaginian general famously crossed the Alps to invade Italy during the Second Punic War.
Hannibal
The blockade and defeat at this battle helped solidify Roman control over the Mediterranean.
Mylae
Roman general who fought hard during the Second Punic War and later served as a consul.
Scipio
The Punic Wars significantly altered the power dynamics in this region, paving the way for Roman dominance.
Mediterranean