Ancient Rome - Third Samnite War 298 bce

The countryside surrounding Capua is lush with olive groves, which supply the city with a valuable source of oil for cooking, trade, and religious offerings. These groves are essential to Capua’s economy, symbolizing its prosperity and the agricultural abundance of the Campanian Plain. Olive oil production not only supports local trade but also strengthens Capua’s connections with Rome and nearby cities.

Aerial view of sprawling olive groves stretching across the Campanian Plain, with silver-green leaves shimmering under the midday sun, and the distant silhouette of Capua's rooftops on the horizon.