Ancient Rome in 338 BC had finally defeated the alliance between the Latin cities, which then allowed it to gain control over Lazio. From here he began to make alliances and conquered many states of Italy. Thanks to vital cooperation, the attribution of military success by providing men to the Roman army, and the protection offered by its allies, Rome's borders were expanded. Its expansion had extended from the immediate vicinity of the Mediterranean to extend its power both east, west and south of the present city of Rome (149 BC). Therefore, the success of Rome's expansion was due to the loyalty of its allies. Loyalty between Rome and its allies allowed it to conquer their territories while maintaining cooperation between the two, thus allowing for expansion. Rome's first alliances were with the Saminites to overthrow the alliance of the Latin cities (338 BC). Once he obtained control of Lazio, however, he turned against the Saminites to conquer their land, Campania, in 321 BC (Tingay and Badcock, 10-11). Therefore, by initially making these allies, they gained further territory together; by conquering the territory of his allies he also further expanded his own territory. Yet, the allied states cooperated with Rome thanks to the righteous policies it instilled in them. With these policies, Rome gave each of its allies "the status and rank required by the situation", creating loyalty between the two. (Tingay and Badcock, 13) These policies also guaranteed freedom and independence, which for most states were too irresistible to give up. As a result, these policies further strengthened the loyalty and cooperation between Rome and its allies. (Tingay and Badcock, 13) So, there…half of the paper…it says I was desperate. (Stillman, 20) By regaining those allies Rome also limited the reinforcements of the Carthaginian army, which caused them to suffer and weaken their power. Their desperation then became a Roman advantage, which made Roman victory possible and expansion into Spain and North Africa a possibility. (Stillman, 20-21) As a result, the loyalty of Rome's allies proved more powerful than disloyalty in the Second Punic War. Therefore, it was thanks to Rome's loyal allies that a successful expansion occurred. Overall, through loyalty due to the cooperation of its allies, the contribution of men for the Roman army and protection, Rome expanded. This expansion extended from the conquest of Campania, Sicily and Tarentum to various other places until it became the power of the Mediterranean. Thus, the loyalty of Rome's allies is what led it to successful expansion.