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Hannibal's Rise: From Hamilcar's Legacy to the Siege of Saguntum (234-218 BCE)

This narrative explores the transition from the end of the First Punic War to Hannibal's strategic maneuvers leading to the Second Punic War. Following Hamilcar Barca's death, his son Hannibal emerges as a formidable leader in Spain, determined to continue his father's fight against Rome. Bound by a treaty, Hannibal skillfully orchestrates a conflict that compels Rome to react, culminating in the siege of Saguntum. This account highlights Hannibal's leadership style, commitment to his troops, and the political dynamics of Carthage during this pivotal time.

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Hannibal's Rise: From Hamilcar's Legacy to the Siege of Saguntum (234-218 BCE)

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  1. Prelude to War End of the 1st start of the 2nd

  2. 234 to 218 BCE. • HamilcarBarca • He was the Carthaginian general during the end of the first Punic War • He vowed to renew the war with Rome and burn her to the ground. • After the first Punic War he goes to Spain to conquer new territory for Carthage. • He has a famous son named…

  3. Hamilcar’s Death • Hasdrubal is Hamilcar’s right hand man in Spain. • During this campaign Hamilcar dies. • Hannibal is now 21 and goes to Spain. • The troops, who were loyal to Hamilcar, love Hannibal.

  4. Hannibal’s Start • Hannibal wears plain clothing. • He sleeps on the ground with his men. • He eats the same food. • He commands and fights from the front. • He didn’t drink.

  5. Hannibal in Power • Hasdrubal is killed by an angry native. • Hannibal is now in power of the armies in Spain. • He is bound by the treaty signed after the first Punic War to: • Not cross the Ebro river. • To not attack Rome’s ally, Saguntum

  6. Hannibal Pushing Buttons • Hannibal wants to finish what his father started. • He knows he doesn’t have the political support to just attack Rome. • He stations his army just outside of Saguntum. • He creates a conflict between a neighboring tribe and the city. • Saguntum fears that Hannibal will siege the city and quickly sends ambassadors to Rome.

  7. WAR • Roman ambassadors reach the city and find it sieged. • Hannibal refuses to see them. • The ambassadors go to Carthage. • Hannibal sends his own ambassadors to Carthage. • A fierce debate breaks out in the Carthaginian senate. • Carthage backs Hannibal • Hannibal sacks Saguntum

  8. Iberian Soldier

  9. Iberian falcata Attribution: Luis García

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