The Battle of Germania

Caesar was determined to launch at least a preliminary expedition to Britain by the end of the year. He set out with 80 ships to find out how much resistance he could expect if he decided to launch a full invasion, or if a full invasion would even be necessary. The first crossing can't really be described as anything but a debacle. Not only did the Romans have no clue how to handle things like tides, they found themselves met by thousands of British warriors lining the cliffs. Finally, with great difficulty, Caesar was able to land his fleet and establish a small beachhead. But as soon as his ships were anchored, a storm swept in, smashing his fleet against the rocks.