Mago Barca, Hannibal’s younger brother, was a key Carthaginian commander in the Second Punic War (218–201 BCE). He fought in Iberia under their brother Hasdrubal, helping secure Carthage’s Spanish base after Hannibal marched for Italy. In 218 BCE Mago briefly sailed to reinforce Hannibal, but most of his career unfolded in Spain, where Carthage depended on Iberian allies, silver revenues, and veteran officers to keep Rome from cutting the war off at its roots. After Hasdrubal Barca departed Spai

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Ancient Fujian-style shipbuilding techniques gain global recognition Fuchuan, or Fujian-style ships, are ocean-going wooden #boats built in southeast China's #Fujian province. They feature a deep keel and wide upper structure, making them ideal for long-distance voyages. Quanzhou, the starting point of the Maritime Silk Road, was a hub of maritime trade and shipbuilding during the Song (960-1279) and Yuan (1271-1368) dynasties, establishing itself as the nation's foremost shipbuilding center. Re

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For thousands of years, wooden ships have played a vital role in Chinese history, from early offshore fishing to the legendary transoceanic voyages of Zheng He. This rich maritime tradition is especially alive in Zhoushan, a coastal city along the East China Sea in Zhejiang Province. Ancient Chinese shipbuilding techniques showcase a wealth of knowledge and craftsmanship, with wooden ships standing as timeless symbols of China's maritime heritage, cherished across generations. #ChinaBouquet | Di