Xanthippus of Carthage

Xanthippus led the Carthaginian army to a decisive victory over the Roman forces of Marcus Atilius Regulus at the Battle of Tunis. Regulus was captured, and the Roman invasion of Africa was repelled, prolonging the First Punic War.

Xanthippus, a Spartan mercenary, was hired by Carthage to reorganize their army after defeats by Regulus. He took command of Carthaginian forces in Africa during the First Punic War.

After his victory, Xanthippus left Carthage, reportedly due to jealousy from Carthaginian nobles. He returned to Greece or entered service elsewhere, with his ultimate fate unknown. His departure ended his direct influence on the war.