Hannibal's Conquest: From Iberia to the Alps

The video details Hannibal's early campaigns in Iberia, his strategic genius in battles, and the siege of Saguntum, which led to the Second Punic War. It covers his preparations for war, including troop movements and alliances, and his strategic crossing of the Rhone River. The Roman response and the conflict in Iberia are also discussed, highlighting Hannibal's legendary status as a military leader.

What strategic move did Hannibal use to defeat the Iberian tribes?

• He negotiated a peace treaty.

• He used a flanking maneuver.

• He retreated to Carthage.

• He attacked them head-on.

Why did Rome declare Saguntum as their protectorate?

• To expand their territory.

• To protect a wealthy ally.

• To gain control over the Iberian Peninsula.

• To provoke Carthage.

What was Hannibal's response to Rome's declaration of Saguntum as a protectorate?

• He signed a new treaty.

• He retreated to Carthage.

• He ignored it.

• He attacked Saguntum.

What was Hannibal's strategy to avoid conflict with the Gallic tribes?

• He offered them gold.

• He threatened them with his army.

• He signed a peace treaty.

• He promised to fight Rome only.

What was the strategic importance of the PO Valley for Hannibal?

• It was a Roman stronghold.

• It was a safe retreat area.

• It provided a staging point for operations.

• It was a rich source of gold.

How did Hannibal manage to cross the Rhone River?

• He built a bridge.

• He waited for the Romans to leave.

• He swam across with his troops.

• He used a flanking maneuver.

What was the outcome of the Roman attempt to intercept Hannibal at the Rhone?

• They captured Hannibal.

• They successfully stopped him.

• They were defeated by Hannibal.

• They found an empty Carthaginian camp.

Who was placed in charge of the Roman forces in Iberia?

• Hannibal

• Nyas Cornelius Scipio Calvas

• Tiberius Sempronius Longus

• Publius Cornelius Scipio

What was the result of the battle between Hano and Scipio Calvas?

• The battle ended in a stalemate.

• Hano won decisively.

• Scipio Calvas was defeated.

• Hano was captured.

What was the impact of Roman control over northern Iberia?

• It strengthened Carthaginian defenses.

• It weakened Roman influence.

• It became a base for Roman operations.

• It led to a peace treaty.