The document summarizes the three Punic Wars fought between Rome and Carthage between 264 BC to 146 BC. The first Punic War was fought over control of Sicily and resulted in a Roman victory. The second Punic War saw Hannibal invade Italy by crossing the Alps, defeating Roman armies for 15 years until being recalled to defend Carthage and ultimately being defeated by Scipio. The third and final Punic War ended with Rome completely destroying Carthage and selling its remaining inhabitants into slavery.