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Hamilcar Barca
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Hamilcar Barca was an aristocrat and a general in the Carthaginian Army. After conquering Spain in 237 BCE., he planned an attack on Rome. He instilled a deep hatred towards Rome in his two sons, Hannibal and Hasdrubal who would also become great generals. |
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Hamilcar fought against Rome for nine years but did not get to see its destruction. During a battle, he drowned in the floodwaters of the Jucar River. Hamilcar Barca was considered Carthage's greatest general and statesman until his death when his son Hannibal took his place. |
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More Information
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http://i-cias.com/e.o/hamilcar.htm |
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