Question

How did Rome conquer the Mediterranean region? Give 2-3 reasons

Answer 1

Answer:

1- Rome defeated Carthage in three Punic Wars and gained mastery of the western Mediterranean.

2- Rome build an empire around the Mediterranean Sea

Answer 2

Answer:

Reason 1- Rome defeated Carthage in three Punic (Phoenician) Wars and gained mastery of the western Mediterranean.
Reason 2- Many Romans came to believe in the 'civilizing' mission of their culture by pacifying or conquering foreign lands.