“All Gaul is divided into three parts, one of which the Belgae inhabit, the Aquitani another, those who in their own language are called Celts, in ours Gauls, the third.”
Book:The Gallic Wars
Quote by Julius Caesar
Work
The Gallic Wars
This book provides a comprehensive record of Julius Caesar's military campaigns in Gaul, detailing his strategies, encounters with local tribes, and the political and social changes he initiated during his tenure. more
Author
Julius Caesar
Julius Caesar, born in 100 BC, was a prominent Roman statesman, military leader, and writer. Known for his exceptional military skills and reformist spirit, he became a significant figure in the late Roman Republic. Caesar implemented a series of reforms to strengthen central authority and achieved remarkable military victories, such as the conquest of Gaul and the defeat of Pompey. However, his ambition for power ultimately led to his assassination, ending the Roman Republic and marking the beginning of the Roman Empire era. more
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