Gaul

information Herodotus deemed interesting for readers. Contrary to Herodotus, Caesars writings show an exceedingly different cultural background, and motivational standing. Born in Rome 100BC, nearly four hundred years after Herodotus, Caser writes of the Gaul War for nearly nine years. Growing up to become a statesman, and then appointed general of the Roman armies, Caesar had a reputation to uphold.…

Rome’s treatment of the Gaelic tribes helps foreshadow later treatments and attitudes towards Christians. The Gauls “were not only notorious for their hatred of Rome, but were most detested for their…crude and barbarous practice of slaughtering human victims and consulting the entrails about future events” (Janssen 148). Through conquering and expanding their empire…

at military strategy. Each great military leader along the way has continued to transform the role of a general and new generals are continually adapting their strategies to optimize what has been done before. Caesar documented his campaign through Gaul during the Gallic War and his accounts show us that he has studied the generals that preceded him. His strategies incorporated those of Alexander, Marius, Hannibal, and more, but were also unique in many ways. Caesar views the major role of a…

Early Germania Germania was first established in 500 BC by the Celts. By 200 BC a large group of tribes called Teutons invaded and took over Germany. As civilization progressed, Germania began to develop a series of tribes; the Barvarins, Franks, Goths, and the Saxons, who lived very barbaric lifestyles. By 50 BC, the German tribes begun to have frequent battles with the Romans; after several battles, the Germans started to seize control over the German territory. Eventually Germania…

known as The City of Lights. If you cannot tell already, this essay will be about Paris, France. Paris is an ancient city founded in the 3rd century (300 BC to 201 BC) by the Parisii, a Celtic Gaul Tribe. Nothing much went on after the Parisii settled Paris until the Battle of Lutetia in 52 BC. The Romans and Gauls fought with one another in this battle. The Romans were the victors, and they established a city, called Lutetia, that stretched from the Île de la Cité to the left bank of the river…

The Carolingian dynasty was a Frankish noble family which descended directly from the Merovingian dynasty which came before it. The Merovingian dynasty was founded by Childeric I, king of the Franks from 457-481 AD, who, thanks to his many military outings against the Visigoths, Saxons and Alemanni, managed to establish a foot hold of territory for the dynasty that his son, Clovis I, would create a few years later. It wasn’t until Childeric and his wife, Basina, Queen of Thuringia’s son, Clovis…

In all of its success, the Roman Empire is known as the period of great emperors. The notable Roman leaders, Julius Caesar among them, expanded and led the empire through their application of strategic force and power. Caesar, a well-rounded and effective leader, ruled the Romans as dictator from 47 to 44 BC. Although he played a large role in the development of his empire, he was not well liked by his fellow Roman politicians, resulting in his assassination. His reputation as a powerful…

in society. Some examples of the downshift in society’s progress during the Dark Ages are education, trade and medicine. However, Christianity was a unifying force during these dark times. For example, Clovis, king of Gaul, converted to Christianity himself and converted Gaul which essentially unified them. One of…

inspirational to my creation of your sarcophagus. I included scenes that depict your role as one of the greatest military commanders in history, and victories over Egypt, Gaul, and Pharnaces. The specific images I have chosen to sculpt on your sarcophagus include, the dismantlement of the bridge across the Rhine during the conquest of Gaul (54 B.C.E.), which took place in The Colmar battlefield. This depiction is significant to your role as a strong military power, due to the fact that your…

Soldiers, ordered his cavalry to follow him and joined the fray. The Romans saw Caesar and a cheer arose amongst the men. The fighting intensified. Before long, General Labienus’s forces appeared on the Gallic rear, trapping the Gauls. The Romans routed the Gauls in the north and the cavalry pursued, killing many. With the northern force routed, the remaining forces from the relief army retreated back to their camp. Seeing their countrymen flee, Vercingetorix’s men inside the encampment…