Battle of Ager Falernus, 217 BC ⚔️ Hannibal (Part 8) - Second Punic War
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Didn't Hannibal also give his men strict orders not to burn Fabius' land while they were in Ager Falernus? And I think Scipio's ship is sailing backwards at 2:20.
@@brainflash1 Indeed he has - in hindsight I should've mentioned it. And no, Scipio's ship is faced forward, though you did force me to check :)
@@HistoryMarche It's fine. That wouldn't have had any impact on the story until after the battle. I couldn't quite tell which end of those ships was the front.
@@HistoryMarche I am declaring war on you personally.
"Fantasy Maps in Photoshop"? Which then show a map of my Kingdom?
Yea even the entire might of Rome stopped in that 'Fantasy Country', Too bad the Rhine was no fantasy border nor our warriors fictional characters. Remember history! One mistake on the map and you end up with barbarians at the gate.
Please give subtitle Indonesia
One reason I like this series more than any other on CZcams is how much it emphasises the difficulty and importance of logistics of an army. Whereas most other history battle based channels mainly cover how the individual battles played out due to the tactics and leadership, HM continuously references the significance of food, sickness and manpower of Hannibal’s army, which played a key role in his decision making.
Thank you sir. Indeed, a long campaign can be just as, if not more brutal than the battle itself. Not to mention the fact that Hannibal could not replace his most valuable troops, so the balancing act between aggressively seeking battle and trying to preserve his army from attrition/death in battle, was a monumental task.
yeah, i appreciate that as well. one of my gripes about game of thrones for example is that provisions were seldom referenced. i remember daenerys and sansa each referencing one time in eight seasons about what the armies would eat as well as daenerys being upset once about the limited lifestock her dragons were eating. not only that, she used drogon to scorch an entire baggage train that her armies could have utilized lol. it's refreshing to hear a series consistently reference supply issues.
@@zeriyx id say the most excellent example of game of thrones showing this is stannis on the march to winterfell
Josh Berry I like how it’s done in the books, where it goes over every day of the march, noting down how one lord drowned in a lake saving a knight and some horses, or how the snow meant men could advance barely anywhere. It’s a really enjoyable chapter, and one of the best in the series as his army goes from Deepwood to the village, with every day foragers bringing back less and less. In the show it just shows how he’s had a tough time in one scene, rather than the whole march.
@@duckboiii4441 yeah i agree
An interesting detail to this story: When Hannibal had his army plunder Rome's breadbasket, he instructed them to leave the lands of Fabius alone. This started the rumour in Rome that Fabius had been bribed by Hannibal to not attack him.
The guy was really smart.
How did he know what lands were the one of Fabius?
Maybe he was bribed.
@@moonknightish Many of Rome's "allies" on the Italian peninsula were closer to "rivals beaten into submission". It wouldn't be hard to find someone willing to share some information for some coins.
@@JoeSmith-sl9bq Why would Fabius pay Hannibal to leave just his lands alone? It would strengthen his enemy and weaken his own political gravitas in Rome. Fabius wasn't a fool.
Man, this is one of the not so often Hannibal battles. Well done.
14:10 : ".. became a classic of ancient generalship" - Everything that Hannibal did became a classic, what a genius !
StupidityKiller - Hannibal is another level, for me he is the greatest of all time
@@elgrandibarca2140 Alexander was greater but i see the argument for hannibal. Had hannibal won the battle with scipio africanus then hed be the greatest. Thats not my opinion, allegedly that was hannibals opinion but the truth of that statement is debatable.
Hannibal was famous for his elephants and he was destroyed by them
@@TheBacknblack92 alexander woulld be failed more horibly if he put on hannibal situation, theres a lot event that almost ruin his campaign yet his luck save him
For example when he try to siege tyre without using navy, he lucky got help from cyprus and ionia, if not because their navy, alexander would stuck there years and darius can lauch his counter attack on greek island
And on account in siege of halicarnarsus, he even failed to react when achanemid force almost defeat his phalangites
It was his general and his father veteran foot companion who save his ass that his avoid disastour defeat
Fabius: “It’s over Hannibal! I have the high ground!”
Hannibal: “You underestimate my power!”
Fabius: “Don’t try it.”
Hannibal:
Fabius:
Proper night stalker.
Hannibal is all the Carthaginians...
I expected a Star Wars meme out of this (Obi Wan-Kenobi cutting down Anakin on Mustafar scene).
@@EpaminondastheGreat Scipio in the near future: I'm all of the Romans
nearly every surprised pikachu meme sends me. they started in 2018 and i still lol.
Can't miss a Hannibal video!
bUt ThAt'S sElFiSh
Same 😂
what happened at ZAMA hannibal? :P
@@panagiotisagelakis533 Hannibal had a disadvantage with cavalry, so he tried to take them out of field by luring roman one away but scipio understood it and stopped chasing, then hit hannibals troops at the back.
@@panagiotisagelakis533 i was forced to defend Carthage with a mere shadow of my original army- basically whatever manpower that was left that could be scrapped together, mostly green troops, against a prime roman force at its pinnacle..also the numidian cavalry switched sides and fought for the romans, which was a devastating blow. Even with all that it was still close to going our way. But in the end we are all subject to the whims of Fate.
There's no way you can't applause to Hannibal's strategies
And all the creators who made this video, awesome job
Comments: Hannibal is back! Finally!
Romans: *Hannibal is back! Run for your lives you fools!*
Finally Hannibal is back
been waiting six months now.
Hope it was worth the wait.
@@HistoryMarche It definitely was, all the work you put into it for an incredibly detailed video like this is admirable my friend, well done! And please, don't make us wait that long again for part 9 😄
@@ghostrider.49 That's very kind of you, thank you. I'll definitely try to focus more on Hannibal in 2020. Still a few episodes left so I wouldn't want it to drag into 2021 lol
@@HistoryMarche your videos are amazing man, i cant wait for part 9.
@@BijiMustardGas I hope that part 9 will be the battle of Cannae ;D
Part 9 now please
Patience friend, patience :)
@@HistoryMarche, Your request for patience comes unwarranted. These videos are incredible - please make haste :-)
@@HistoryMarche any estimated date? Recent sub but massive history fan and I've caught up with all the videos you've made! And i lived both this series and the Napoleonic ones with Epic History TV where i found you!
Rewatched the whole series like 7-8 times and listened to it even more times before the sleep.
:::::::: COUGH part 9 COUGH ::::::::::
Hannibal had reached a point where the enemy were always fearing one of his traps, even when he prepared nothing.
That allowed him to move even more freely as the opposing generals didn't dare exploit apparent weaknesses and were paralysed with indecision.
EDIT: And here I thought I would say something clever and then it turns out that you point this out in one of the ending cards orz
Hannibal, as usual, showed us his ability in subverting enemy expectations like a stage magician does.
The old narrator and Hannibal are back!
YES! Hannibal series is back😄
Long time coming. My apologies. I'll try to devote more time for Hannibal in 2020. Still a few episodes to go.
Looking forward to 2020 then, this is by far the best second punic war serie i've seen.
@@KHK001 That's very kind of you. Thanks KHK, great to see you in the comment section as usual.
@@KHK001 i agree nothing remotely close on youtube. Not even considering history lessons in school cuz they didn't even mention this despite also having a massive influence on my country too
Hannibal is the greatest of all time،another level 🔥
Another masterpiece from my good friend.
And a nice welcome back to Hannibal.
Hey my friend. Thanks for stopping by. Yeah, it's been long time coming. I'll try to devote more time to Hannibal.
What strategic genius. This series is fantastic, and I love your art style. Thanks for another excellent video guys!
Cheers, thank you for watching.
Hannibal and Alexander Doddy the Legends of History Marche are back!
Rome: your going to be flanked by your attack!
Hannibal: Reverse Card
54 dislikes from the Roman Army :)
lol
@@HistoryMarche tells me the montage programs plz
I just watched Episode 7 earlier today and thought this was discontinued because it was from May. Turns out the awesome production value just takes time.
Now I'm sad though that we wont have Cannae before Summer :P
Thank you sir. I plan to focus more on Hannibal in 2020, so you can expect Cannae long before the summer.
@@HistoryMarche Thanks for the fast response. Glad to hear it!
Last time I was this early, Hannibal still had two eyes
lol
If I will see a series about Magyars on this channel I can die in peace. I am absolutely delighted by the quality and detailed explanations and graphics of campaigns made here. Thank you for this great work!
Finally!!! This Hannibal serie is one of the best on CZcams! Congratulations!
Thank you sir.
This has got to be one of my favorite encounters of the 2nd Punic Wars. When your exploits become the basis of latter military text books, you’ve known you have done something truly outstanding. ‘To win without fighting is best’
Definitely on the same page. Executing such a large scale maneuver that forced the enemy into staying put thinking it's a trap, while the real deception is the retreat. It's one of the best examples of how to get into the head of your opponent and get him to do exactly what you want him to do, so that you can execute your real plan.
@@HistoryMarche what up
With all this successful battles and maneuvers, I can barely think of how did Hannibal lose. Thus a good story can hardly be spoiled.
I've finished all the 8 parts in just 2 sittings! Yarmouk battle draw me to this series! This is just awesome!
Thank you very much for watching. There will be more videos in the Hannibal series.
This is better than any similar documentary on TV.
I haven't even been lucky to catch one.
Wow! The battle maps are absolutely beautiful! Very beautiful and detailed! Other battle channels should take note!
Thank you sir.
Bruh always the perfect time
Im from Tunisia and I live near Carthage, I can tell you every time I see the Roman constructions I wonder why Hannibal did not Attack Rome , well the world will be different if he did. He will be remembered as one of the most strategical, badass General in war history.
yessssss :/
glad to see this narrator back.
Patiently awaited for the Hannibal's series to continue. Kind of goes in line with Fabius's approach towards Hannibal, eh ? Excellent work as always, keep it up.
@HistoryMarche, once again, you cost me my fingernails and a not a small bit of nerves, reliving and refreshing my already good memory of Hannibal's antics, genius and brilliance.
You do the man an honor, and you yourself make such a class act narrative and story-telling, that he himself would have probably listened to you like a little child at a campfire.
Mesmerising work! And a lovely New Year present!
Wow, it's an incredibly nice feeling to read such positive feedback. Thank you so much. Have a great New Year!
@@HistoryMarche the least I can do.
I do have a question: I consider Hannibal's father Hamilcar to have probably been an even more cunning commander than Hannibal (and I consider Hannibal 2nd to none), but unfortunately, there's not much material on him, do you think series on him would be possible? Or a prelude episode for this ongoing one?
Or in the least, where do you think I might find more on Hamilcar?
@@RagingHeavens I've no idea where you could find more on Hamilcar. But I might cover him once I finish this series.
@@HistoryMarche oooooh!
These videos are fucking perfect. The narration, the historical accuracy, the maps, the animations... Absolutely love them
Thank you sir.
I hope the continuation will come soon. I can not help but to admire Hannibal's wit.
Episode 9 should be finished in late February or by mid-March.
@@HistoryMarche
Although I’ve read the story a thousand times over I love everything about your articulate and detailed videos. WE MUST HAVE THE NEXT EPISODE
One of the best signs of Rome's excellent military foresight is that, even as Hannibal ravaged central Italy and threatened Rome itself, the Romans continued sending reinforcements to Spain.
It was a gamble for sure but it ended up playing out well for them. Could just have easily gone the other way imo
They avoided battle with him after Cannae, and it was obvious he wasn't attacking Rome..they didnt need the troops
Better than a Netflix show 😌
Thank you so much for putting this quality series out.
I watched all eight parts in one go. High school and college history classes pointed towards Hannibal's genius, but I never knew that Hannibal was magnitudes above in tactical thinking than what they taught in school (that he crossed the Alps).
I'm a longtime subscriber of your channel. I always look forward to your quality content!
Thank you sir. It's always great to see old subscribers come with such positive feedback. As far as Hannibal, one more battle, then Cannae, then a few more episodes before Zama. Still some ways to go :)
I missed your voice man more than I miss the Hannibal's series 😍
Same!!!
aww, shucks! :)
Me too. He made me just as I know Hanibal in person.
I have been enjoying these videos, although so far little of this is new to me but I love the way you tell it. Hannibal is probably my favorite general in history, not just for the extraordinary tactical ability but his understanding of human nature and spirit. The charisma and linguistics must have been superlative as well as his many diplomatic encounters shows. He is endlessly fascinating and I look forward to the rest of these
This Hannibal guy just keeps impressing me even more
Good work here... yet again. Learn more here then in most community colleges honestly.
Pretty high praise. Thank you very much.
Finally, the wait is over!
Please please please make more videos on Hannibal. I love this series and the visuals and constant telling of the state of the armies is awesome. 👍👍👍🔥
It's an absolute honor to be living in the same place where Hannibal lived ( Tunisia ) , and i really enjoyed this series.
I Wish that part 9 is coming very soon .
Working on part 9.
I simply would watch and like any video about Hannibal the GREAT
This and Epic History TV's video on Napoleon's retreat from Russia within a day? Can't get any better than that
I really think you should consider turning some of these into podcasts. This is incredible content and I wish I could listen in the car on the way to work. Thank you for all the effort you put into these
Im dying to know if episode 9 will ever come out. Such high quality episodes. You should never stop!
Of course it will. I'm a Hannibal fanboy so don't worry I won't abandon the series. I just have other topics that I need to do as well, but I hope to finish episode 9 in March or early April.
World's greatest generals meeting for a combat mashup with suspense and wit.... Great video!
Such good videos!! Keep it up, looking forward to part 9!
its like Fabius got hannibal in deadly game of chess and this time Hannibal was fighting some one who new how to play
Fantastic looking maps, gives a person a sense of what the trek must have been like! This series is gorgeous to watch. I find myself stopping it to study the landscapes for their tactical and strategic significance!
Thank you very much for your kind words.
Tanit be praised! Hannibal is back
These maps for sure are the best from all channels hands down.
Thank you very much.
Is it bad that Fabius is my favorite commander of the Second Punic War?
Thanks for covering my man Fabius and his tactics in detail. Whey get to this point most lessons mention Fabius standing on a hill, weirding Hannibal out with his famous tactics... then skip to Cannae right away, without really describing anything. The fact that Hannibal had to resort to such tactics to escape one of the most fruitful valleys of Rome says quite a lot, and I highly appreciate the detail put into this account!
This is one of the best, if not the best, documentary on second Punic war. I'm dying to see all the episodes and I hope that you all creators are healthy.
A D is the man the best narrator
My God finally after months of patiently waiting.
Hannibal. Such a clever & cunning commander!
Oh, finally! Every time you posted a video I always checked if it was Hannibal or not. Fortunately, this one was! Thanks. It was worth the wait. Amazing production.
Thank you so much.
Fabius was the greatest general of the second punic war. Yet he is so often forgotten compared to Scipio and hannibal.
this is your best series by far
Hannibal is THE man. Thanks for these videos!
Glad you like them!
Another amazing episode and Hannibal is finally back. Million thanks for your work. :)
3:45
That wink made me laugh too hard
Hehe, it was a subtle hint at things to come.
DAMN DUDE YOU'RE SO GOOD AT THIS
I can't stress it enough how beautifully your series capture the cunningness and genius of Hannibal. Before this video, I had him at just about the same category as Caesar, Antony and Napoleon in displaying cleverness on the battlefield. But obviously, The Hannibal is above of them all. The guy is always one step ahead. And more so, there are many examples claiming that roman army was very disciplined, but looking at this, if an army has not routed in the battle of Cannae, Trebia and Ager Falernus despite being hopelessly outnumbered, it clearly shows how disciplined and revered this personality was. This guy is unmatched, i think!!
Just revisiting and enjoying your EPIC account of the greatest General to exist!
Arguably...
Military Colleges to this day still teach the sheer and utter BRILLIANCE of Hannibal Barca!!!!
Thank you so much for sharing your LOVE of History with the world!!!
I will ALWAYS have your back Mago...
:-)
I watched all 8 parts in one go. Great series, need more of it. Please give me episode 9!
Edit: you earned a sub. Great channel
Welcome to the channel. Episode 9 should be out in March.
Thank you!, I’ve long waited..
Hannibal never ceases to amaze, just as you guys, this is my favourite series in youtube.
Congrats!
Thank you for watching.
Its abslyoutley perfect..I'm so happy for joining this channel..hope v soon the rest of series complete..ooooh what aHanibal is that
Merry Christmas HM great video as ever. I hope you guys have a great holiday thanks for all the hard work and content I wish you all the best going into the new year.
Thank you very much. Merry Christmas.
Oh my god,had been waiting for this video Series.Just Wow.
Great work mate! I love this series and can't wait to see the next episodes
My man Hannibal Barca is back
I can't wait for Part 9!!!
Playing Total War: rome 2 over the holidays and this video drops, Carthage is everywhere!
If only they won :(
@@HistoryMarche man no spoilers!!
:)
@@EMHDan lol
@@HistoryMarche Play TW Rome 2 and you can make them win :P
At last we get that, i just can't belived you really post this. Thanks a lot @HistoryMarch
Excellent. Looking forward to the next one.
As always, awesome work Mago! May I ask, how do you make your masks movement look like ink spreading? For example, at the beginning when you reveal your more detailed map, or when you show changes in territory. It's an awesome effect.
Alexander is back holy crap!
OMG! Hurray, I just watched the Second Punic War playlist yesterday and thought the private video at the end was Episode 8, but alas no! I love your videos so much thanks History Marche :D
Thank you for watching.
What a great, kick-ass series on Hannibal that you have made. Very well done, and much appreciated!
Thank you very much.
Really, History Marche's channel is better and more detailed than Kings and generals.
follower from Algeria (Ancient part of Carthage)
That is very kind of you. Thank you.
Kings and Generals covers the peace time in meantime to tie wars together and get a timeline so can't afford to be that detailed. Different type of video, but i watch both so there you go. I think we need more channels like these 2
i love K&G most of the time, but very often they lose me during the storytelling and backstory bits. i don't know if it's a script issue or voiceover problem, but like that video about the assassins the other day for example - i clicked off after 7 or 8 minutes. History Marche and Epic History TV keep me from beginning to end.
200k subs congratulations man you deserve a million more.
Thank you so much.
Wow series about Hannibal is the best, cheers from Alesia
Another great video. Its great to see a nice detailed break down with clear, yet epic, narration. Its fascinating to see the two generals realizing when its more beneficial to avoid a major battle. I do look forward to seeing the next episodes. This series is what brought me to your channel in the first place!
Thank you very much.
This is the way I want history to be explained 😍😍
Made my day!
great video smooth and clear bravo!
Great serie, can't wait for the follow up!
Finally thanks man
Yes it was well worth the wait. ;) Great story - I never heard this one before, and still Cannae, Zama and Exile to go, very exciting.
Thank you sir. One more battle before Cannae
@@HistoryMarche - Excellent, you are an inspiration! I was even looking at some old roman coins today. They say his brother Hastrubal was on his way to help, but got massacred and be-headed, so maybe this is the battle? Happy festive season and see you in the new year. :)
Jaw dropping strategy. Simply amazing. I wasn't expecting something 'not bloody'.