Why victory at Heraclea could not stop the Roman Republic
In short: Explore the relentless ambition of Pyrrhus, the King of Epirus, as he moves from defeating Roman legions to facing the Carthaginians in Sicily.
Following his victory over the Roman legions at the battle of Heraclea, Pyrrhus of Epirus faced a Roman Republic that refused to negotiate peace. This video examines the subsequent battle of Asculum and Pyrrhus's decision to extend his campaigns to attack the Carthaginians in Sicily.
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