Punic War, First

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Punic War, First (264 - 241 b.c.)

Date(s):

264 - 241 b.c.

Description:

First of three wars between Rome and Carthage. The First Punic War (264 to 241 b.c.) was a struggle for control of Sicily and of the sea lanes in the Western Mediterranean. It was triggered by a revolt in the city of Messina. Ultimately it ended with a Roman victory.

Principal Battles:

264 Messina ( 264 b.c.)

260 Mylae ( 260 b.c.)

256 Ecnomus ( 256 b.c.)

255 Bagradas ( 255 b.c.)

251 Panormus ( 251 b.c.)

250 Lilybeaum Punic War, First

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