c. 238 BC
Massinissa is born in the ancient city of Cirta in Numidia (present-day Algeria).
c. 220-210 BC
Massinissa receives military training and education in governance under the Mauretanian king Syphax.
c. 206 BC
Massinissa joins forces with the Roman general Scipio Africanus to defeat Carthage in the Battle of Ilipa.
c. 202 BC
Massinissa establishes himself as the ruler of Numidia and begins to expand his territory.
c. 149 BC
Massinissa supports the Romans in the Third Punic War, contributing to the destruction of Carthage.
c. 148 BC
Massinissa's reign over Numidia and his alliance with Rome leave a lasting impact on the history of Africa and the Mediterranean region.