The Ghosts of Cannae: Hannibal and the Darkest Hour of the Roman Republic
An exploration of Hannibal's campaign against Rome, centering on the catastrophic Battle of Cannae and its lasting impact on the Roman Republic.
About This Book
The Ghosts of Cannae examines Hannibal's invasion of Italy and Rome's response during the Second Punic War.
The book focuses on the Battle of Cannae, one of the most devastating defeats in Roman history.
Robert L. O'Connell explores the broader context of the conflict and its consequences for both Carthage and Rome.
The narrative draws on historical sources to describe the strategies, leadership, and aftermath of these events.
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