Roman Republic - The Romans moved to Akragas
Time: 262 BC
Place: Agrigento, Italy
Details: In 262, the Romans moved to the southern coast and besieged Akragas. In order to raise the siege, Carthage sent reinforcements, including 60 elephants – the first time they used them, but still lost the battle.
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