• @[email protected]
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    142 days ago

    I think it’s more that the Carthaginian army was unstoppable in the field but didn’t have the necessary siege equipment or technical knowledge to take Rome before allied reinforcements arrived but sure why not, Hannibal didn’t finish the job because he had no bars.

    • @Gustephan
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      322 hours ago

      So you’re saying Hannibal didn’t finish the job because he had no (cross)bars?

    • @Maggoty
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      221 hours ago

      So if I had a time machine you’re saying it might be worth it to learn some ancient languages and take a book on basic siege engines back with me?

        • @Maggoty
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          219 hours ago

          Alright, that was a wild ride. It turns out the dude thought his elephants were enough, but they just weren’t. Barely made it out of there intact.