In 216 BC, Apulia, Italy, the legendary general Hannibal let the Carthaginian Empire to a memorable victory against Rome. In less then 24h, Over 72,000 Roman soldiers were killed. Making this one of the deadliest battle ever fought in human history.
In this video, we'll take a closer look at the lead-up to the battle, examining the military strategies employed by both sides. We'll explore how Hannibal was able, despite the numerical disadvantage, to outmaneuver and defeat the much larger Roman army, despite being outnumbered and outgunned.

We'll also dive into the brutal and bloody details of the battle itself, which saw the Carthaginian forces surround and trap the Romans in a deadly pincer movement. The battle was a disaster for Rome, with an estimated 50,000 Roman soldiers killed on the battlefield and 20,000 captured.

We'll examine the aftermath of the battle, looking at its impact on both the Carthaginian and Roman Empires. And we'll explore why the Battle of Cannae is still remembered as one of the most significant battles in history, with many modern military strategists still studying Hannibal's tactics.

So join us for this fascinating exploration of the Battle of Cannae - a pivotal moment in ancient history that still holds lessons for us today.

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00:00 Prelogue
00:54 Intro
01:13 Context of the Battle
04:48 The Battle
11:00 Aftermath