Scipio Africanus

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Scipio Af·ri·ca·nus (

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s), Publius Cornelius Known as "Scipio the Elder." 236?-183? b.c.

Roman general who invaded northern Africa, conquered Carthage, and brought the Second Punic War to an end by defeating Hannibal at Zama (202).

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Scipio Africanus - Roman general who commanded the invasion of Carthage in the second Punic War and defeated Hannibal at Zama (circa 237-183 BC)

Publius Cornelius Scipio, Publius Cornelius Scipio Africanus Major, Scipio, Scipio Africanus Major, Scipio the Elder

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