They were original allies, Carthage dominating the WesternMediterranean by sea, and Rome expanding through Italy. WhenCarthage made attempts to take over the Greek city-states inSicily, Rome saw its opportunity to further its influence andbacked a group of mercenaries in Greek service in Sicily which hadrebelled, and so came into conflict with the Carthaginians whotried to put the revolt down.

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