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I think the Punic wars showed Rome’s vulnerability. Hannibal was able to invade Italy, something no one else was able to do. Though the wars started over “ego”, and Rome was the winner, the world knew that once you crossed over Roman territory, there was hordes of centurions waiting for you. Rome could be invaded.
