Daunian town, whose harbour was at Siponto 326 BC allied with Rome (against the attacks of the Sabelli (Sabines, Samnites, Campanians)). 320 BC sent the Romans supplies and provisions in the siege of Luceria (2nd Samnite War 327-304 BC). 280-275 BC remained faithful to Rome during Pyrrhus'campaign. 217-213 BC supported Hannibal 213 BC retaken by Rome (access to the sea closed)