Guan Xing vs Hamilcar Barca

After Guan Yu's death, Guan Xing inherited his father's title and military command. He was appointed a general in Shu, though his career was cut short by his early death.

Guan Xing fought in the Battle of Yi Ling (Xiaoting) under Liu Bei against Wu. He commanded a unit and survived the disastrous defeat, retreating with the remnants of Shu forces.

Guan Xing died at a relatively young age, around 36, while still serving Shu. His early death prevented him from achieving the military prominence of his father, Guan Yu.

Hamilcar Barca was given command of Carthaginian forces in Sicily during the First Punic War. He established a base at Mount Eryx and conducted guerrilla warfare against the Romans, achieving several victories despite limited resources.

Hamilcar Barca was authorized to negotiate peace terms with Rome after Carthage's defeat at the Aegates Islands. The Treaty of Lutatius required Carthage to evacuate Sicily and pay heavy indemnities, ending the First Punic War.

Hamilcar Barca led a Carthaginian expedition to Spain to compensate for the loss of Sicily. He conquered large territories, established the city of Akra Leuke, and built a power base that provided resources and troops for the Second Punic War.

Hamilcar Barca drowned while retreating from a battle against the Oretani tribe in Spain. His death left his son-in-law Hasdrubal the Fair in command of Carthaginian forces in Spain, and later his son Hannibal took over.