Hannibal alps expedition Flashcards
What happened at the foot of the alps during Hannibal’s alps route
They had to stop at a area called “The Island” which had very fertile land. Hannibal helped Brancus defeat his brother and rival for tribal leadreship. He was rewarded guides and supplies for this
What happened with the local tribe Allobrogians during Hannibal’s alps route (Animal)
A local tribe planned to attack Hannibal where he would have to climb, but they only attacked during the day, so hannibal snuck round during the nihgt and slowly sent his animals across, they attacked but he managed to deafted them, chase them back to their village and plunder the tribe.
What happened with the local tribe Allobrogians during Hannibal’s alps route (Suspicious friends)
Another tribe wanted to become allies with the Carthaginians, they gave gifts to prove loyalty. However Hannibal was suspicious of their new allies. They attacked him a few miles up but luckily he placed his animals at the front. barbarains retreat and steal supplies.
What happened at the summit during Hannibal’s alps route
He pointed out italy to his army and said they would be there soon, and they would enjoy the hospitality of the celtic tribes
What happened during the descent during Hannibal’s alps route
Many animals fell to their death and bad snow caused many troubles.
A landslide had destroyed the path, it is said he either used wine and fire to destroy it or told his army to rebuild it.
What happened during the arival in Italy during Hannibal’s alps route
over 2/3rs of army dead, however he had planned for this.
What were the reasons for Hanniabls route choice
Lack of navy due to treaty of L
Sea was dangerous in autunm
Convince tribes to revolt
Create a supply line
What did Hannibal do before he left
Secures Iberia and Africa by swapping troops
Left Hasdrubal in charge of Iberia
Sent spies in advance to plan route and build relations
How did Hannibal cross Rhone
Bought canoes from local tribes and planned to cross using them/swimming.
Oppostion from tribe
Split forces with Hanno, (Hanno marched through the night and across the ricer)
Smoke signal, Hannibal cross, flank behind, oppostion flee
What was the battle of the raiding parties
300 roman heavy cavalry vs 500 Numidian light cavalry
Scrap, Retreat
Hannibal tells cavalry to stay behind them,
Cornelious Scipio goes back to Italy after this
Which tribe had Hannibal made an alliance with in Gaul
Boii
Where did Cornelius Scipio land to attempt to catch up Hannibal
Masilla
