The battle was part of a rebellion against Emperor Maximinus Thrax started by landowners who felt they had been overly and unfairly taxed.

[4] The rebellion against Maximinus Thrax was sparked by a deep-seated discontent among landowners who felt burdened by heavy taxes.

[3][6] The deaths of Gordian I and II in the Battle of Carthage had a profound impact on the political landscape of the Roman Empire.

However, Gordian III's youth and inexperience made him a puppet emperor, with real power often lying in the hands of advisors and military commanders.

This period of uncertainty and political maneuvering set the stage for further conflicts and power struggles within the Roman Empire,[9] contributing to its eventual decline.