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Punic Wars: Ecnomus
PUNIC WARS Naval battle of ECNOMUS :the Roman fleet won a hard-fought victory over the Carthaginians nearly 700 vessels took part
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Carthage Carthaginians Fought Hard Punic Vessels Victory Wars Fleet
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The Naval Battle of Ecnomus, a pivotal moment in the Second Punic War (217 BC), is depicted in this striking image from Mary Evans Picture Library. The Roman Republic, under the command of Admiral Marcus Claudius Marcellus, engaged in a hard-fought naval battle against the Carthaginian fleet, led by Hannibal's brother Mago, near the coastal town of Ecnomus in Sicily. The historical significance of this battle is underscored by the massive scale of the engagement, with nearly 700 vessels taking part. The Roman fleet, though initially outnumbered, managed to outmaneuver and outfight the Carthaginians, securing a crucial victory for Rome. The battle marked a turning point in the Second Punic War, which lasted from 218 to 201 BC, and significantly weakened Carthage's naval power. The ancient world came alive in this evocative print, as Roman and Carthaginian warships clash in the waves. The Roman vessels, with their distinctive ram and shield designs, are shown charging forward, while the Carthaginian fleet, with its distinctive purple sails, attempts to defend against the onslaught. The intensity of the battle is palpable, with smoke rising from the ships and the chaos of the sea around them. This print offers a fascinating glimpse into the naval warfare of the ancient world, and the strategic battles that shaped the history of Rome and Carthage. The Naval Battle of Ecnomus stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of these two great civilizations and the epic conflicts that defined their histories.
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