Who did Hannibal consider the greatest general?
Alexander or Pyrrhus, then himself
Himself
Julius Caesar
His father, Hamilcar Barca
Answer
According to Plutarch, when asked who the greatest general was, Hannibal replied "either Alexander or Pyrrhus, then himself". This shows his humility and respect for other great military leaders.
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