Other causes of Second Punic war Flashcards
1
Q
What did rome weaken carthage in the first punic war
A
Rome’s fleet destroyed Carthaginian navy during battle of agates island
2
Q
What was the impact of the Treaty of Lutatius on Carthage
A
Carthage ordered to leave sicily
Hand over prisoners
Pay 3200 talents of silver in 20 years
Carthage kept territory overseas
3
Q
Why did the Truceless wars happen
A
Revolt of Carthaginian mercenaries in Africa, it took 3 years to subdue, it happened due to Hanno the great, who was a politician, refusing to pay mercenaries
4
Q
How did Rome Take advantage of the truceless wars
A
Rome extends influence during war into Corsica and Sardinia, seen as an act of war as they were breaking the treaty
