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Hannibal and his army crosses the Alps

Hannibal and his army crosses the Alps - an epic overland journey from Carthage to Italy during the Second Punic War in Italy (218-203 BC). Two of Hannibals war elephants are pictured. Watercolour painting by Raymond Sheppard

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Alpine Alps Baggage Carthage Carthaginian Carthaginians Convoy Crosses Crossing Elephant Elephants Forces Hannibal Invading Journey Over Land Pass Punic Raymond Sheppard


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Hannibal and His Army Crosses the Alps: An Epic Overland Journey from Carthage to Italy during the Second Punic War (218-203 BC) This stunning watercolor painting by renowned artist Raymond Sheppard captures the breathtaking scene of Hannibal Barca and his Carthaginian army crossing the Alps during the Second Punic War. The year is 218 BC, and Hannibal, determined to invade Italy and challenge the Roman Republic, has led his forces on an arduous overland journey from Carthage in North Africa. The painting depicts two of Hannibal's war elephants making their way across the treacherous Alpine passes, their massive forms dwarfing the soldiers and baggage that accompany them. The men, dressed in armor and carrying shields and spears, navigate the rocky terrain, their faces etched with determination and exhaustion. The infantry follows closely behind, their weapons at the ready, while the soldiers on horseback lead the way. The Alps, with their snow-capped peaks and rugged terrain, loom in the background, a formidable obstacle that Hannibal and his army have braved to reach this point. The painting captures the sheer scale of the undertaking, with the winding mountain passes stretching into the distance, and the vast convoy of soldiers, elephants, and supplies snaking its way across the landscape. Raymond Sheppard's masterful use of color and light brings the scene to life, transporting us back to a time when the fate of the ancient world hung in the balance. This painting is a testament to the indomitable spirit of Hannibal and his Carthaginian forces, who defied the odds and made history with their daring invasion of Italy.

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