Punic War 1
Did Carthage lose?
Yes, Carthage losed
How long did the war last?
It lasted 16 years
How did the 3rd Punic War start?
The Romans make ridiculous requests.
Who was a major rival of Rome?
Carthage
What was Carthage?
Carthage was a powerful city in Africa, located along the Mediterranean.
How long did Carthage and Rome fight
23 Years
Did they lead elephants into battle?
Yes, they did
What happened after Rome made ridiculous demands of Carthage?
They refused to do the demands.
What was the Romans' solution to win?
They built a stronger navy.
What did they have a strong tradition of?
They had a strong tradition of sailing and trade.
What countries did Rome take control of?
Sicily, Corsica, and Sardinia
What did Rome gain control of?
They gained control of Spain.
Did Carthage win this war?
No, Carthage didn't win this war.
What was Rome's new weapon?
It was a grappling hook.
What was Carthage's strength?
Carthage's strength was Navy.
What did Carthage expand into?
They expanded into Spain
What did Carthage begin to rebuild?
They began to rebuild its trading networks.
Who were sold into slavery?
Women were sold into slavery.
Did Rome make ridiculous demands?
Yes, they made many ridiculous demands.
What was Carthage's general after the 1st punic War?
It was General Hannibal.
What did they want to take control of?
They wanted to take control of the meditteranean
Who called for Carthage to be destroyed?
Carthage called for Roman senators to be destroyed.
What was left as the only “Superpower” of the Mediterranean World.
Rome was left as the only “Superpower” of the Mediterranean World.
Where did Rome conquer more land?
They conquered more land in Europe and Asia.
What happened to the men in Carthage after the 3rd punic war?
They were killed.