Listed In: Military Leaders, Political Leaders
Birthdate: 0236 BC
Birthplace: Rome, Italy
Died: 0183 BC
Publius Cornelius Scipio Africanus, a renowned Roman general and statesman, played a crucial role in Rome’s victory over Carthage in the Second Punic War. He is best known for defeating Hannibal at the Battle of Zama and earned the title Africanus for this victory. Scipio’s conquest of Carthaginian Iberia, including the Battle of Ilipa, further showcased his military skills. Despite his popularity among the Roman people, he faced opposition, particularly from Cato the Elder. Scipio’s career was marred by a bribery scandal, leading to his withdrawal from public life.
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