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Makers of History: Hannibal - The Carthaginian General Who Defied Rome

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Hannibal, The Carthaginian General Who Crossed The Alps With Elephants And Nearly Conquered Rome. Makers Of History Hannibal: Biographies Of Famous People In History (Illustrated)

Makers of History - Hannibal: Biographies of Famous People in History (Illustrated)

by Jacob Abbott

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Hannibal Barca was a Carthaginian general who lived during the 3rd century BC. He is best known for leading an army across the Alps with elephants and nearly conquering Rome during the Second Punic War.

Hannibal was born in Carthage, a city-state in North Africa, in 247 BC. His father, Hamilcar Barca, was a general in the First Punic War against Rome. Hannibal grew up to be a skilled military leader and strategist.

In 218 BC, Hannibal led an army of 50,000 men and 37 elephants across the Alps into Italy. This was a daring and risky undertaking, as no army had ever crossed the Alps before. Hannibal's army suffered heavy losses during the crossing, but they eventually made it into Italy.

Hannibal's army defeated the Roman army in several battles, including the Battle of Cannae in 216 BC. This was one of the greatest military victories in history. Hannibal's army remained undefeated in Italy for 15 years, but they were eventually defeated by the Romans in 202 BC.

Hannibal returned to Carthage after the war, where he served as a political leader. He was eventually forced to flee Carthage and he eventually committed suicide to avoid being captured by the Romans.

Hannibal is considered one of the greatest military commanders in history. He was a brilliant strategist and tactician, and he was able to defeat the Roman army, which was one of the most powerful armies in the world at the time.

The story of Hannibal is a fascinating one, and it is a reminder of the power of one man to make a difference in history.

Makers of History - Hannibal: Biographies of Famous People in History (Illustrated)

by Jacob Abbott

4.5 out of 5