Rise of Scipio Africanus - The First Roman Imperator #26

Following the deaths of two Scipio brothers in Spain, the young Scipio Africanus took over the command of the province in hopes of pushing back the Carthaginian threat and stopping Hasdrubal Barca from crossing into Italy. If you enjoy our videos consider supporting us on Patreon:   / magistravitae   Sources: Adrian Goldsworthy, "The Fall of Carthage" Dexter Hoyos, "Scipio Africanus: The First Imperator" Polybius, "The Histories" Livy, “From the Founding of the City” Dexter Hoyos, "Hannibal's Dynasty" Anthony Everitt, “The Rise of Rome” Mike Duncan, "The History of Rome" Special thanks to: tjcold, Ayen Logic