This lesson will explore the ancient city of Carthage which was located in what today would be Tunisia, in Northern Africa. We will briefly...

Learn about Dido, Queen of Carthage. Understand Dido's history of twice reigning as queen and her story in Greek mythology with Aeneas in Virgil's The Aeneid.

Who was Hannibal Barca? Learn about Hannibal's role in the history of Carthage and ancient Rome. Read about Hannibal the Great's battles and...

Tanit, also known as Tinnit, was the chief goddess of the ancient city of Carthage, located in modern-day Tunisia. She was the wife of the god Baal-Hamon, the god of storms. The etymological ...

Carthage was founded and colonized by Phoenecian explorers. The city grew and was a very established port city in North Arica that enjoyed successful commerce in the Mediterranean. By the …

Learn about ancient African civilizations, including Egypt, Carthage, and Aksum. Understand the geographic and political influence of trade in...

Chris worked in Carthage, South Dakota as a grain elevator operator for a short period of time. Scenes from the movie were filmed in Carthage, SD. What places did Chris McCandless visit?

Scipio Africanus, as he came to be known following his victory over Carthage and Hannibal Barca during the Second Punic War, was a brilliant Roman general who took command at a young age. Inspired ...

Learn what the brazen bull was and see the purpose of this torture device. Understand the significance of the iron bull torture device and its use in Ancient Greece.

Carthage: Carthage was a Phoenician city-state that was once one of the most powerful forces in the Mediterranean world. They were defeated by Rome during the Punic Wars. Background Information: …