The Battle of Zama took place in 202 BCE and marked the end of the Second Punic War between the Roman Republic and the Carthaginian Empire. Led by the Roman general Scipio Africanus, the Romans faced the famous Carthaginian commander Hannibal, who had previously won many battles against Rome. The battle was fought near Zama, in present-day Tunisia, and was crucial for Rome's dominance in the Mediterranean. Scipio's forces used clever tactics, including the deployment of cavalry to outmaneuver Hannibal's troops. The Romans ultimately defeated the Carthaginians, leading to the end of the war and significant territorial losses for Carthage. This victory established Rome as a major power in the ancient world.