Ancient Greek Historian Polybius
Polybius’s life and work reflect his dedication to understanding the complexities of the ancient world through a rational and analytical lens. His experiences in Greece, Rome, and the broader Mediterranean...
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Answers to Frequently Asked Questions about the Punic Wars
The Punic Wars were a series of fierce ancient conflicts between Rome and Carthage, spanning nearly a century. These monumental battles shaped the Mediterranean world, leading to Carthage’s downfall and...
Polybius: The Greek historian who explained how the Roman Republic came to be great
Polybius (c. 200 – 118 BC) was a Greek historian and politician who is best known for his work “The Histories,” which covers the period of ancient Mediterranean history from...
The Rise and Fall of Carthage
Established by the Phoenicians of Tyre in the ninth century BC, Carthage (located in modern-day Tunisia) was once a small outpost on the Mediterranean that morphed into a city-state. Right...
How and Why did Carthage Fall? – The Destruction of Rome’s Fiercest Rival
For many centuries, the city-state of Carthage dominated much of the ancient world. After being founded by a group of Phoenicians – believed to have been led by the legendary...
