he capture of Saguntum by Hannibal Barca became one of the main causes of the Second Punic War. In 219 BC, Hannibal attacked Saguntum, a city in Spain that was an ally of Rome. Although the city was near the territory controlled by Carthage, it supported Rome. Hannibal’s army laid siege to the city. The siege lasted about eight months. The people of Saguntum fought bravely, but they eventually ran out of food and strength. Rome did not send help in time. In the end, Hannibal’s forces broke throu

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