Appius Claudius Caudex
Now besieged inside Messana, Appius Claudius Caudex had limited options. He was likely a supporter of the war as he was an idle consul wanting to garner more gloria and … Read More
Tag: Messana
Siege of Messana – 264 BC
After being crushed by Hiero at the Longanus River and with one of their leaders slain, the Mamertines were in a precarious position. A small Carthaginian garrison under the command … Read More
Hiero II of Syracuse
The Mamertines had free reign for several years in their newly claimed pocket of territory. After the Pyrrhic War ended in 275 BC, Rome was able to regain its bearings. … Read More
The Mamertines
The First Punic War is often neglected in favor of its more famous successor. However, the First Punic War demonstrated the limited space of the western Mediterranean regarding the spheres … Read More