The Battle for Supremacy: Hannibal's Campaign in Italy, 215 BC

The transcript details the strategic maneuvers and battles between Roman and Carthaginian forces during the Second Punic War. Hannibal's attempts to provoke Marcellus at Nola, the escape of a key prisoner, and diplomatic efforts with Macedon are highlighted. The challenges faced by Roman forces in Iberia and Sardinia, as well as strategic developments in Italy, are also discussed. Despite setbacks, Hannibal seeks alliances to bolster his position.

What strategy did Hannibal employ to undermine Roman authority in Nola?

How did Marcellus respond to the threat posed by Hannibal's forces?

What were the conditions of the battlefield that affected the Roman and Carthaginian troops?

What role did the weather play in the battles described in the text?

What was the outcome of the battle between Marcellus and Hannibal?

What challenges did the Roman Senate face in financing the war against Hannibal?

What was the significance of the Sardinian revolt in the context of the Roman-Carthaginian wars?

What were the consequences of the Roman victory at Keralis for the Carthaginian forces?

How did Hannibal's strategies change as the war progressed?

What diplomatic efforts were made by Hannibal to secure alliances during the war?