Storming of Selinus (409 BC): 16,000 KIA in a 9-Day Carthaginian Siege

Nine days to ruin: historical battles like the Siege of Selinus redefined warfare. World history and military strategy meet in this documentary about Hannibal Mago's revenge. In 409 BC, a superpower launched a professional war machine that ancient Sicily wasn't prepared for. We break down the infantry tactics of Iberian mercenaries, the engineering behind 6-story siege towers, and the fatal command errors of the Greek poleis. Discover why the wealthiest city on the island vanished in over a week and the chilling personal motive that drove Hannibal to total destruction. This is a deep dive into ancient logistics and a vendetta that changed history. Subscribe for more in-depth historical analysis. Was the fall of Selinus an inevitable technological triumph or a failure of Greek political unity? Join the debate in the comments. #history #warfare #ancientworld #Selinus #Carthage