55 BC | Caesar Crosses the Rhine |
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Following a second migration of Germanic peoples into Gaul, Caesar, threatened by the potential military success of Pompeius Magnus’ and Marcus Licinius Crassus’ respective posts, makes a decision which will grant him quick fame, but with almost immediate repercussions.
Edit: Typo at 7:58. The line stating “Another 38 transport ships....” should, instead read “Another 18 transport ships.” |