A Brief History of Carthage: Recent Episodes
Joshua Jared Scott
A short history of the ancient city of Carthage, from the time of its founding through its destruction at the conclusion of the Third Punic War.
Rome decides Carthage, which had long ago ceased to be a threat, must be destroyed. Following a siege of several years, the city falls.
The Second Punic War shifts to North Africa, and Carthage is forced to negotiate a surrender. Under an enforced peace, Carthage shifts its focus to trade becoming wealthy and prosperous.
The war in Italy shifts away from great battles to sieges and skirmishes. Efforts to retake Sicily fail. Spain falls.
The structure of government, economic policies, and early relations with Rome including treaties and military alliances.
Exploration in the Atlantic, threats made by Alexander the Great, and the matter of child sacrifice.
A semblance of stability is achieved with Carthage controlling the west, and the Greeks the east.