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Hardcore HistoryJanuary 21, 2000

Show 21 Punic Nightmares I

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The History of the Peloponnesian War
Thucydides

“The mention of ancient writers and their accounts of naval battles suggests a reference to historical texts like Thucydides' work.”

Sentiment: Passing Reference
Trigger: ancient writers and naval battles
For: listeners interested in history and literature
Key quote: “The mention of ancient writers and their accounts of naval battles suggests a reference to historical texts like Thucydides' work.”
The host briefly references Thucydides' work to highlight the significance of historical accounts in understanding naval battles. This mention serves to connect contemporary discussions with classical literature.
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The History of Rome
Polybius

“Polybius is mentioned as a historian who wrote about the Roman determination and naval strategies during the Punic Wars.”

Sentiment: Passing Reference
Trigger: Roman determination and strategies
For: History enthusiasts and students of military strategy
Key quote: “Polybius is mentioned as a historian who wrote about the Roman determination and naval strategies during the Punic Wars.”
The host briefly mentions Polybius to highlight his contributions as a historian. His work provides insights into the naval strategies employed during the Punic Wars.
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The Story of Civilization
Will Durant

“Will Durant is referenced in relation to the Carthaginian practices and the historical context of the Punic Wars.”

Sentiment: Passing Reference
Trigger: Carthaginian practices
For: History enthusiasts and students
Key quote: “Will Durant is referenced in relation to the Carthaginian practices and the historical context of the Punic Wars.”
The host briefly mentions Will Durant's work to provide historical context regarding the Punic Wars. This reference serves to illustrate the complexities of Carthaginian practices during that era.
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The First Punic War

“The excerpt discusses the naval battles and strategies during the First Punic War, including the Roman general Regulus and the Carthaginian tactics.”

Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Roman naval disasters
For: History enthusiasts and students of ancient warfare
Key quote: “By the way, that is considered to be probably the greatest mass drowning as a result of a naval disaster ever.”
The host discusses the Roman attitude towards defeat and their determination during the Punic Wars, highlighting the catastrophic naval disasters they faced. This leads to a deeper exploration of the historical context provided by the book 'The First Punic War' and its significance in understanding Roman resilience and strategy.
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