hannibal

Hannibal of Carthage: “The Father of Strategy” General Hannibal of Carthage is often called the “Father of Strategy.” His march over the Alps is one of the most famous attacks in military history. Hannibal defeated the Roman Army many times, until his defeat to Scipio, a Roman general, in 202 BC. Hannibal is important to history because of his skillful battle tactics. He was one of the best generals of ancient times. Because of his tactics, …showed first 75 words of 883 total…

…showed last 75 words of 883 total…the Cartheginian government. Under his leadership Carthage made a rapid recovery. Hannibal took refuge in Syria and fought with them against the Romans. When Syria was defeated, part of the peace treaty was the surrender of Hannibal to the Romans. Hannibal escaped to Bithynia in 184 BC in northern Asia Minor. Rome once again demanded the surrender of Hannibal. Hannibal ended his fight against the Romans by taking his own life in 183 BC. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Bibliography** Library