Hannibal

1.2.  1. Hannibal and army crossing over the Alps with elephants  2. Hannibal

Hannibal- was born in 247 B.C.E. in North Africa (Carthage). His father, Hamilcar, fought the first Punic War against Rome in Spain, were his son grew up. After his father's death during the war Hannibal swore 'hatred against Rome,' which fueled his successful campaign during the second Punic War. Hannibal took control of the Carthage army after the death of his brother-in-law. After a successful campaign in Spain and Rome's aggressive response, Hannibal moved his men and cavalry of elephants across the Alps to Italy in an attempt to take over the Roman capital (recruited Ghouls and other enemies of Rome). Hannibal was successful for the most part, to the extent were he was within striking distance of Rome but when Carthage refused to supply him with necessary reinforcements his then successful campaign ended. Hannibal was forced to return home when Scipio Africanus led an attack on Carthage. Hannibal's force of veterans was defeated by Scipio. Hannibal was eventually exiled from Carthage under the suspicion that he was planning another revolt against Rome. At the age of 70 Hannibal committed suicide rather than being captured by the Romans. Hannibal's biggest achievement was his crossing over the Alps. His tactics are still studied in military schools.

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Created by: Benjamin Ellison September 21 Edited by Hannah Hollon 9/22/08 Edited by Danielle Fishman on September 23, 2008 http://www.carpenoctem.tv/military/hannibal.html