The ancient rebel leader known for his role in the Carthaginian Wars is Hannibal Barca. He was a military commander from Carthage, famous for his tactical genius during the Second Punic War (218-201 BC). Hannibal is best remembered for leading his army, including war elephants, across the Alps to invade Italy, achieving significant victories at battles such as the Battle of Cannae. His strategies are studied in military academies worldwide. Despite his initial successes, he ultimately could not secure a lasting victory against the Romans, and Carthage was eventually defeated in the Third Punic War (149-146 BC).