Rise of Tyre
To understand Carthage, one must first explore Tyre, a city with a rich history dating back to the 19th century BC. Despite being a relative newcomer compared to Byblos and Sidon, Tyre's strategic location on an island and its natural resources allowed it to flourish. While it could not expand like other great empires due to geographical constraints, Tyre became a vital maritime power, sourcing materials and developing advanced seafaring skills, largely thanks to its abundant cedar forests.In this clip
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421. Ancient Carthage: Lords of the Sea (Part 1)
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