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Hannibal crossing the Alps with his army and elephants
SECOND PUNIC WAR : Hannibal, the Carthaginian leader, descending into Italy after crossing the Alps with his army, including war elephants. It was a long journey, starting in Iberia, and crossing the Pyrenees and the Alps into northern Italy
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Alps Banner Carthage Carthaginian Crossing Descending Elephants Hannibal Iberia Journey Punic Pyrenees
Greetings Card (A5)
Step back in time with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse range of greeting cards. This stunning image, "Hannibal Crossing the Alps" by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the Second Punic War. Witness the legendary Carthaginian leader, Hannibal, leading his army and elephants on their daring descent into Italy. Perfect for history enthusiasts or those seeking an extraordinary greeting, this card is a testament to courage and determination. Impress your recipients with a unique and thoughtful message, delivered with the timeless beauty of history. Order yours today and let the adventure unfold!
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 14.5cm x 21cm (5.7" x 8.3")
Estimated Product Size is 29cm x 21cm (11.4" x 8.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this image from the annals of ancient history, Hannibal Barca, the legendary Carthaginian military commander, is depicted leading his army and war elephants down the northern Italian mountainside after an arduous crossing of the Alps. The year is 218 BC, and Hannibal, wearing his distinctive helmet adorned with the Carthaginian emblem, stands at the head of his troops, determined and resolute. The journey that brought Hannibal and his formidable force to this moment began in Iberia, where they had been waging war against the Roman Republic. With the Pyrenees and the Alps looming before them, the Carthaginians embarked on an unprecedented military campaign, the likes of which would go down in history as one of the most daring and successful military maneuvers of all time. The treacherous terrain of the Pyrenees and the Alps posed a significant challenge to the Carthaginian army. They had to navigate steep and rocky paths, cross raging rivers, and endure harsh weather conditions. Yet, Hannibal's leadership and the indomitable spirit of his soldiers saw them through, and they emerged on the Italian side of the Alps, ready to bring the fight to the heart of the Roman Republic. The descent into Italy was no less perilous than the crossing of the mountains. The Romans, under the command of Consuls Publius Cornelius Scipio and Gnaeus Cornelius Scipio Calvus, were waiting for Hannibal and his army with a formidable force. The Second Punic War, as it came to be known, would rage on for 15 long years, with Hannibal's army giving the Romans a run for their money. This evocative image, captured by Mary Evans Picture Library, transports us back to a time when the fate of two great civilizations hung in the balance, and one man's courage and determination would change the course of history.
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