Journey to Statesman

Hannibal changed from a military man to a statesman during his life. His contributions to the state of Carthage throughout his life after the wars were a testament to his effective and strategic mind. His strategies and tactics were exceptional and effective, shining like a brand-new sun in Carthage's nighttime sky.

He was chosen to serve as a Carthage magistrate following the Second Punic War. Carthage was a backward region at the time and was owed money by Rome. The ancient and outmoded practices of Carthage were revolutionized by Hannibal, who also altered the city's constitution and seized control of its leaders.

Additionally, Hannibal played a significant role in Carthage's success. He immediately recognized that by imposing high taxes in the hitherto untaxed city, the debts of the city might be paid off. To strengthen the domestic economy, he also gave agricultural training to certain of his army personnel. Carthage had settled all of its obligations in full by 191 BC.

The Carthaginians praised Hannibal for turning around the fortune of the city, but after his term as a magistrate ended, Hannibal withdrew from politics because he was tired of Roman control.