Caesar's Worst Nightmare | Part 2: Gaul Strikes Back
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‘Rome made a desert, and called it peace’.  Caesar’s first foray into Gaul had been an overwhelming success. He had vanquished one of the most powerful tribes, and their wealth had paid off his debts. Emboldened by the quick victory, he sent his legions to the distant corners of the continent.   As time dragged on, the people of Gaul realized Caesar had no plan to leave.   Any tribe that resisted faced slavery or extinction.   But even so, there were a handful of crafty Chieftains who took a stand...   This episode follows Caesar’s struggles against The Tribes who defied him. Help support the show on Patreon! Sources and Attributions on our website.
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