Although the Carthaginians conquered much of the land around Alicante, the Romans would eventually rule Hispania Tarraconensis for over 700 years.

Although the aging Hannibal was suffering from mental exhaustion and deteriorating health after years of campaigning in Italy, the Carthaginians still had the advantage in numbers and were boosted by the presence of 80 war elephants.

Although the city remained neutral in the conflict between Athens and Syracuse, its democracy was overthrown when the city was sacked by the Carthaginians in 406 BC.

Although temporarily safe in their camp, the Carthaginians were not able to rest.

Although the city was rebuilt after being pillaged by the Carthaginians, the name " Hispalis " appeared for the first time in the Augustan History in 49 BC, five years before Julius Caesar granted the status of Roman colony to celebrate his victory over Pompey in 54 BC.

Although the California Base was recaptured by Federation Forces in the dying weeks of the One Year war, the Federation never really regained control of the seas.

Although the shy and withdrawn Fina is initially reluctant to trust Vyse and Aika, she opens up to them after she is recaptured by the Armada, but again rescued.

Although the town and the castle were conquered by Polish forces under Marshal Wincenty Gosiewski, they were recaptured by the Swedish forces who looted and destroyed it.

Although the gas did beat the Iranians in the Central Front and Iraq recaptured all lost territories there, including the oil-rich Majnoon Islands, Iran kept making gains in the North until the Iranians accepted Saddam's truce.

Although thanks to the mobility of his forces he evaded being encircled by a much less mobile Prussian army, the Prussians recaptured most of the gains made by the insurrectionists in the previous few months.

Although recaptured, Graviton evidently sustained a head injury that somehow greatly dampened his powers, making him much less powerful than at his previous encounter with the Thunderbolts.

Although Polish forces under hetman Stefan Czarniecki dealt defeat to Russian forces at the battle of Polonka, and recaptured Wilno in 1660, lack of other Commonwealth military successes, especially in Ukraine, further undermined Cossack support of the Commonwealth.

Although federal and city narcotic agents sometimes worked together, Sokol continued, rivalries developed when they were `` aiming at the same criminals ''.

Although Abensberg was an autonomous city, it remained dependent on the powerful Dukes of Bavaria.

Although Atlanta ’ s lack of bike lanes may deter many residents from cycling, the city ’ s transportation plan calls for the construction of 226 miles of bike lanes by 2020, with the BeltLine helping to achieve this goal.

Although only half the size and population of West Berlin, East Berlin included most of the historic center of the city.

Although there is no agreement on how a city is distinguished from a town within general English language meanings, many cities have a particular administrative, legal, or historical status based on local law.

Although Cairo avoided Europe's stagnation during the Late Middle Ages, it could not escape the Black Death, which struck the city more than fifty times between 1348 and 1517.

Although no longer on the spice route, the city facilitated the transportation of Yemeni coffee and Indian textiles, primarily to Anatolia, North Africa, and the Balkans.

Although the Cairo metropolis extends away from the Nile in all directions, the city of Cairo resides only on the east bank of the river and two islands within it on a total area of.

Although enclosed by Thuringian territory in the west, south and east, the city remained part of the Prussian Province of Saxony until 1944.

Although the city of Rome was in ruins, distant from the seat of secular power, and constantly harassed by invaders, the Roman Patriarchate remained the center of the Western or Latin Church.

Although the Romans won a clear victory over the Carthaginian relief force at the Battle of Agrigentum, the Carthaginian army defending the city managed to escape.

Although the city was affected by the Great Depression and simultaneous drought, it nevertheless experienced slow and steady growth throughout the early part of the twentieth century.

Although the city was technically a democracy of sorts, his power came from a vast patronage network along with his alliance to the new immigrants, the gente nuova ( new people ).

Although there have been some reports suggesting that Toronto may be one of the world's most diverse cities ( see Demographics of Toronto ), the United Nations agency has never designated any city as being the most multicultural or diverse.

Although native to Ghent, he punished the city after the 1539 Revolt of Ghent and obliged the city's nobles to walk in front of the emperor barefoot with a noose ( Dutch: strop ) around the neck ; since this incident, the people of Ghent have been called " Stroppendragers " ( noose bearers ).

Although until the 13th century religious minorities ( Jews and Muslims ) had enjoyed considerable tolerance in Castilla and Aragon – the only Christian kingdoms where Jews were not restricted from any professional occupation – the situation of the Jews collapsed over the 14th century, reaching a climax in 1391 with large scale massacres in every major city except Ávila.

Although the city of Cleveland benefited greatly from the new tourist attraction, Pei was unhappy with it.

Although there are some forest parks within the city limits, the area surrounding Leipzig is relatively unforested.

Although the transformation from a city with its economic base in manufacturing has returned growth to Malmö, it has largely benefited the already somewhat well-off.

Although no longer a member of the OAU ( Organisation of African Unity ) since November 12, 1984 — following the admission of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic as the government of Western Sahara — Morocco remains involved in developing the regional economy, as the city of Casablanca contains North Africa's busiest port and serves as the country's economic center.

Although the economy of Moncton was traumatized twice — by the collapse of the shipbuilding industry in the 1860s and by the closure of the CNR locomotive shops in the 1980s — the city was able to rebound strongly on both occasions.

Although he accepted temporary chairs at the universities of Pisa and Messina, throughout his life he continuously returned to Bologna to practice medicine, a city that repaid him by erecting a monument in his memory after his death.

Although best known for its music, Nashville is a city filled with countless dining destinations.

Although Osman did not physically participate in the battle, the victory at Bursa proved to be extremely vital for the Ottomans as the city served as a staging ground against the Byzantines in Constantinople, and as a newly adorned capital for Osman's son, Orhan.

Although Pisa is known worldwide for its leaning tower ( the bell tower of the city's cathedral ), the city of over 88, 332 residents ( around 200, 000 with the metropolitan area ) contains more than 20 other historic churches, several palaces and various bridges across the River Arno.

Although Haiti averages approximately 255 people per square kilometer ( 650 per sq.

Although he struck out often like many sluggers, reaching the century mark in strikeouts in five seasons, he received more than his share of walks and despite a mediocre career. 255 batting average, Allison finished with a lifetime on-base percentage ( OBP ) of. 358 and he finished in the top 10 in OBP in four seasons.

Although Feliz is a decent power hitter, his career batting average prior to the season was only. 255, and he draws few walks, having never posted an on-base percentage above. 305 or an OPS above. 793.

Although this contract is now not applicable due to the change in ownership, Tube Lines remains responsible for over 200 miles of track, 255 trains, 100 stations, and over 2, 500 bridges, lifts and escalators.

Although Illinois 255 is designed to federal interstate-highway standards, it is being built by the Illinois Department of Transportation using state-provided funds.

Although his 1978 numbers were uninspiring (. 255 batting average, 7 HR, 46 RBI ), in the offseason he committed to serious weight training and in 1979 dramatically changed his batting stance, and hit an impressive. 326 ( third in the American League ).