Rome's Bloodiest Battle | The Day Rome Nearly Fell! | Cannae | 216 BC | History Documentary
3,467Dive deep into one of the darkest days of Roman history: the Battle of Cannae in 216 BC. This riveting account uncovers how Hannibal Barca, Carthage's brilliant strategist, orchestrated a battle plan that would go down as one of the most ingenious in ancient warfare. Rome, the unstoppable behemoth of the Mediterranean, experienced its bloodiest conflict, forever etching the date into historical annals.
Join us as we meticulously break down the events leading up to that fateful day, the unmatched tactics of the Carthaginian army, and the desperate maneuvers of the Roman legions fighting for their survival. We'll explore the emotions, the chaos, and the sheer brutality of a battle that would determine the fate of an empire. Discover the true magnitude of Rome's loss, the heroes who stood out, and the ripple effects that changed Rome's military doctrine forever.
Whether you're a history aficionado or just curious about Rome's epic clashes, this video provides a comprehensive overview of the day Rome nearly met its doom. Engage with us in the comments, share your thoughts, and don't forget to subscribe for more historical deep dives. #Rome #BattleOfCannae #Hannibal #Aditulaudis
This video was made possible using Rome 2 Total War with the Divide et Impera mod.
This is a historical battle from the Second Punic War.
Mods used:
Divide et Impera
Larger Battlefield and Further Deployment Zones
True Bronze ALPHA
Rome HD Recolor
More realistic unit sizes for DEI
Roman Model Extravaganza
Celtic Models Extravaganza
Orbis Terrarum II
Improved Environments
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
04:10 Cannae battlefield deployment
05:25 Hannibal's army
06:33 Skirmish starts
07:57 The Roman army advance
09:26 Cavalry engagements
11:36 Center battlefield engagement
14:13 Romans push back Hannibal's center
16:58 Hannibal reveals his trap
18:04 The roman army encircled
18:59 Roman defeat and conclusion
Music:
Rome Total War soundtrack
Tyler Cunningham - Glory to Rome
Omri Lahav - Peaks of Atlas