05-19-2009, 04:21 PM
Quote:Hmmm, interesting...
I would be interested in such information too. Was there any difference between the Phoenicians (Tyrus and other Phoenician cities) and the Carthaginians??
Thanks!
DH
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_Carthage
Heres a start .yes family ties & trade . i feel one could be very adventures with the equiptment put together as long a it all suited the style of fighting to be depicted .,e.g. hoplite 4th cent.bc ? or whatever ? .,& was in circulation thu trade & or alliences ,merc use, Generals input Hired or Punic , theatre of operations Sicily is a great place to base an impression ,it sits nicely as the hub of the med. trade routes wheel. take the sacred Band Bronze helmets ,Iron cuirass & white shields
Hannibal ad portas ! Dave Bartlett . " War produces many stories of fiction , some of which are told until they are believed to be true." U S Grant