Why did Rome win the Punic Wars?

Did You Know? The Greek historian Polybius, one of the main sources of information about the Punic Wars, was born around 200 B.C. A friend of and mentor to Scipio Aemilianus, he was an eyewitness to the siege and destruction of Carthage in 146 B.C.. In 264 B.C. read more

The First Punic War broke out in 264 B.C. when Rome interfered in a dispute on the Carthaginian-controlled island of Sicily; the war ended with Rome in control of both Sicily and Corsica and marked the empire’s emergence as a naval as well as a land power. read more

Secondary historians. Modern historians explain the Roman victory in terms of a suit of 'reasons' - your textbook is typical: Factors which enabled Rome to succeed: 1. superiority at sea; 2. roads and fortresses; 3. the loyalty of her allies; 4. the stability and determination of the Senate; 5. read more

Rome won the second Punic War, some say, because they were lucky, and because Hannibal hesitated to consolidate his initial victories by marching on Rome. read more

Rome's efficiency in building an impressive fleet in a short period of time, is commendable and is one of the reason's why they won the first war. The second Punic war, was very interesting and a close battle. read more