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As we savor the flavors of this Carthaginian porridge, it’s essential to remember the figure that looms large in its history: Hannibal Barca. His campaign against Rome during the Second Punic War is legendary; his strategies nearly led to the downfall of Roman power. Starting in 218 BC, Hannibal famously crossed the Alps with an army weakened by harsh conditions, yet he utilized these hardships to forge new alliances with local tribes.