04-07-2007, 05:57 PM
Quote:What if Hannibal had been the absolute ruler of Carthage? He merely could have ordered supplies and troops to be sent to him in southern Italy, something that proved could be effected, if not in huge landings, after his devastating victory at Cannae. The pressure might have been too much for even the indomitable Romans; no general has ever been so brilliant, against an enemy he figured would quail after devastating them so convincingly, as Hannibal. It's hard to choose between him and Alexander.I disagree. IF Hannibal had been the ruler of Carthage he would never have been able to leave North Africa. The 'council' would have tried to steal his throne... Unlike Alexander, Hannibal would not have been able to rule and conquer at the same time.
Now, on the other hand, if Hannibal's brother had been king.... :wink:
Robert Vermaat
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FECTIO Late Romans
THE CAUSE OF WAR MUST BE JUST
(Maurikios-Strategikon, book VIII.2: Maxim 12)
MODERATOR
FECTIO Late Romans
THE CAUSE OF WAR MUST BE JUST
(Maurikios-Strategikon, book VIII.2: Maxim 12)
