343-338 BC

First Samnite War (343-341 BC)

The Samnites put pressure on the Campanians as they expanded into the Campanian plain. The Samnites attacked the Sidicini who requested help from the Campanians. The Samnites won 2 victories over the Campanians. The Campanians turned to Rome for help. The Romans established an alliance with Capua, thus bringing them into direct conflict with the Samnites.

Latium.

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