Ancient Rome - Third Samnite War 298 bce

Brundisium (modern Brindisi) was a key Adriatic port city in Apulia, well-positioned for trade and naval operations. The city’s location made it a valuable asset for contact with Greece and the eastern Mediterranean, and it was highly coveted for its deep natural harbor. Culturally, Brundisium blended Italic traditions with Greek influences, as it interacted with nearby Greek colonies and Italic tribes. Politically, the city was not directly involved in the Samnite conflicts but played a role in regional power dynamics, sometimes as a staging ground or resource hub for allies or trade partners.