Ancient Rome - Third Samnite War 298 bce

Polesella, located near the mouth of the Po River, was a marshy delta area integral for controlling river access and trade routes in northern Italy. Though not a major city in the Samnite Wars, its strategic significance became evident to various factions vying for dominance in ancient trade.

Aerial view of a sprawling, marshy delta with winding river paths and lush greenery, dotted with small wooden docks and fishing boats, under a bright azure sky