Animals in War #shorts
Simon Whistler · May 16, 2023 · 1 min video · Global
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Have you ever thought about the role that animals played in ancient warfare? Elephants, one of the largest and most powerful creatures on Earth, once deployed as fearsome weapons on the battlefield. The use of war elephants dates back to at least the 4th century BCE, when they were employed by Indian and Persian armies to great effect.
These magnificent beasts, often adorned with armour and sharp tasks, were trained to charge at enemy lines, trampling and goring soldiers in their path. One of the most famous war elephants was Hannibal Suras, who crossed the Alps with the Carthaginian General during his audacious campaign against Rome in 218 BCE.
The imposing presence of these elephants struck terror into the hearts of Roman soldiers and helped Hannibal achieve a series of stunning victories.
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