While the land battles of the Second Punic War dominate history books, Carthage’s true power lay in its maritime industry. This episode explores the Cothon’s secret shipyards, where engineers built triremes and quinqueremes using standardized parts and advanced metallurgy. We examine how Carthage maintained a fleet that dominated the Western Mediterranean for centuries, relying on skilled artisans, imported timber from Spain, and a logistical network that rivaled Rome’s own. Through the lens of archaeological finds and Greek accounts, we uncover the industrial might behind the purple sails, revealing why Rome feared not just Hannibal’s army, but the sheer economic engine of Qart Hadasht.
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