... 14,000 northern Gaul rebels joined Hannibal's army. This group of 60,000 men were stronger then the Roman forces, and after three victories, the Roman senate was weakened. An army of 80,000 Roman soldiers was sent to stop Hannibal's army of now 50,000 once and for all. In July of 216 ... met, Hannibal's cavalry took the lead and moved up the sides and attacked the rear of the Roman line. The Romans, lost 46,000 men and 22,000 were captured. After this victory, many Roman allies surrendered to Hannibal. The city of Capua became Hannibal's capital. Hannibal continued his campaign in Italy...

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... probably one of the greatest generals that had ever lived. The army now under Hannibal's guidance made large territorial advances until he clashed with the Roman army in 218. Although Hannibal lost many men in his army due to landslides, attacks and illness he was always able to recruit more forces ... lost as many as 15,000 men. Hannibal fought in the Second Punic War during 281-201 B.C. Hannibal's march into Italy is legendary. The Roman Senate felt secure from land invasion and did not take the precautions against war that they should have. Their confidence is understandable, Hanniba...

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