The Rise of Carthage and the First Punic War

The rise of Carthage as a dominant maritime power in the western Mediterranean and the ensuing First Punic War (264–241 BCE) between Carthage and Rome marked a crucial turning point in ancient history.

This episode delves into the multifaceted aspects of Carthage's ascent, its political and economic structures, and the significant battles that defined the First Punic War.