jan 25, 54 BC - Gallic Wars

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§ Comparable to Romans in military strength
§ Decentralized
§ Gallic Wars
§ 58 BCE – 52 BCE
§ End in Alessia
§ Caesar’s legions win decisively
§ According to Plutarch - 3 Million Gauls?
§ Claims 1 million killed, 1 million enslaved,
300 tribes overrun
§ Exaggeration
§ Territory claimed for Rome
§ Impressive victory
§ Bolsters Caesar’s popularity

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