History Channel - Ancients Behaving Badly HD (2009) Part 6 Hannibal

They employed a brutality which is staggering by today's standards. A fresh look at some of the world's most fascinating, iconic, and truly ruthless leaders, how they came to power and stayed in power, how they treated their subjects, friends and family, demonstrated battlefield leadership and achieved transformations at home. We all know their names – Alexander the Great, Attila the Hun, Caligula, Cleopatra, Genghis Khan, Hannibal and Nero – now discover the truth behind their dastardly deeds. Informed by the latest research, this uncompromising series cuts through the folklore to present an accurate picture of ruthlessness and debauchery. Using the recent historical discoveries, forensic science tests, archaeological finds, analysis of torture instruments, and battlefield dynamics, ANCIENTS BEHAVING BADLY sheds light on these leaders. Full of startling revelations, series gives the uncensored lowdown on the greatest icons of the ancient world. Expert interviews, on-location shots, and CGI help to re-create their environments and provide stunning reenactments. HISTORY brings to life the most brutal and feared leaders of the ancient world.

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Part 6 Hannibal

The story and psychological analysis of Carthaginian General Hannibal. Hannibal Barca (247–183 BC) was born into the famous Phoenician military family. As a child, Hannibal from Carthage, modern-day Tunisia, was forced by his father to make a blood oath to destroy the Romans. He was not afraid to commit atrocities and horrible acts in war, nor was he afraid of showing honor and mercy to defeated foes.

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