The Battle of Cannae

Published: Nov. 29, 2020, 10 a.m.

One of the greatest battles in Roman history was one of its greatest losses. It was a defeat that shook the city to its core and could have very well ended the Roman Republic.

...but it didn’t. The reason why it didn’t is a story of determination and the difference between tactics and strategy. 

Learn more about the Battle of Cannae, one of the greatest battles in ancient history, on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily.