Hannibal

Question 1

What was Fabius’ strategy?

Answer 1

Fabius used guerrilla tactics, avoiding direct battles and harassing Hannibal’s forces (Fabian strategy)

Question 2

Battle of Cannae:

Answer 2

Hannibal used a double envelopment tactic in 216 BCE, annihilating a larger Roman army

Question 3

Roman strategy after the Battle of Cannae

Answer 3

Adopted Fabian tactics, avoiding direct battles with Hannibal.
Focused on cutting off Hannibal’s supply lines and reinforcements.
Laid siege to Capua to weaken Hannibal’s Italian support.
Expanded military operations into Iberia to disrupt Carthaginian resources.

Question 4

Scipio’s attack of New Carthage

Answer 4

Launched a surprise attack on New Carthage in 209 BCE.
Used strategic deception to gain an advantage.
Captured supplies, hostages, and naval resources.
Secured a foothold in Iberia, weakening Carthaginian influence.