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Third Punic War

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Third Punic War

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war between the Roman Republic and Carthage between 149 and 146 BCE

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The Third Punic War was a conflict fought between the Roman Republic and Carthage from 149 to 146 BCE, marking the final military confrontation between these two ancient superpowers. It matters because it resulted in Rome's decisive victory and the complete destruction of Carthage, cementing Rome's dominance in the Mediterranean world.

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Rome Carthage Commanders and leaders

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