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Hannibal: The Tunisian Thunderbolt

By: Ahmed Abu Sultan/Arab America Contributing Writer The ancient world was always known for some of the well-known generals of that time period. Many names that were inscribed in a historical context-focused more on the conquest of the Romans and their seemingly endless expansion over the centuries. However, there is little mention of those who … Continued

The City of Carthage, Tunisia’s Ancient Past

By: Christian Jimenez/Arab America Contributing Writer When people think of Tunisia, they think of the Arab Spring or the years under French colonial rule.  However, Tunisia’s history is much broader than this. Their history dates to the time of antiquity when one of the greatest North African Empires, Carthage, strongly stood. This nation challenged the all-mighty … Continued

In Tunisia, the Aura of Carthage and Hannibal still Live on

By: Habeeb Salloum Standing atop Mount Byrsa, the Acropolis of both Punic and Roman Carthage, I surveyed the panorama of the modern spread-out urban center covering the historic ruins which, without doubt, form an important part of the heritage of humankind.  After having a short time before explored the few Punic, also known as Phoenician … Continued

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