Scipio Africanus (236–183 BCE) Flashcards
Who was Scipio Africanus?
A Roman general known for defeating Hannibal in the Second Punic War.
What was Scipio Africanus’s full name?
Publius Cornelius Scipio Africanus.
Where did Scipio Africanus win his most famous victory?
At the Battle of Zama in 202 BCE.
In which war did Scipio Africanus rise to prominence?
The Second Punic War.
Who was Scipio Africanus’s main adversary in the Second Punic War?
The Carthaginian general Hannibal.
Which city did Scipio Africanus capture in Spain?
Carthago Nova (modern-day Cartagena).
During which years did Scipio Africanus live?
236 BCE to 183 BCE.
Why did Scipio receive the title ‘Africanus’?
In honor of his victory over Carthage in Africa.
How did Scipio Africanus influence Roman military tactics?
By using flexible formations and innovative strategies.
What was the outcome of the Battle of Zama?
Scipio Africanus defeated Hannibal, ending the Second Punic War.
Which Roman general was known for his admiration of Greek culture and philosophy?
Scipio Africanus.
How did Scipio Africanus respond to political accusations later in life?
He retired from public life rather than face continued political attacks.
Why is Scipio Africanus remembered as one of Rome’s greatest generals?
For his decisive victories in the Second Punic War and his tactical innovations.
What was the historical period during Scipio Africanus’s life marked by?
The struggle between Rome and Carthage during the Punic Wars.
Who was spared by Scipio Africanus during his campaign in Spain and later became an ally?
The future Carthaginian general, Masinissa.
