Discover how five revolutionary Roman military innovations – from the impenetrable testudo formation to their professional army structure – transformed ancient warfare and continue to influence modern military strategy today.
In the ancient world, control of the Mediterranean Sea was synonymous with power and prosperity. The Punic Wars, pivotal conflicts between Rome and Carthage, underscored this reality. Initially, Carthage held supremacy as the dominant naval force, ruling the waves with unmatched prowess.