In the struggle, waged largely through naval battles, Rome gained the upper hand by developing its fleet. The war ended in Rome's victory; Carthage was compelled to accept harsh terms, and Rome came to the fore as a powerful naval force in the Mediterranean.
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Frequently asked questions
- What was First Punic War?
- The First Punic War was a long conflict fought, especially around Sicily, between the rising Roman Republic and Carthage, a deep-rooted commercial power, for dominance over the Mediterranean.
- When did First Punic War happen?
- 264 BCE