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Rome Built The First Landing Fleet
- Caesar prepared a massive invasion fleet of over 800 ships including 600 transports designed to be hauled ashore.
- This shows Rome treated Britannia as a significant threat and innovated landing craft for amphibious assault.
Balance Between Invasion And Holding Gaul
- Caesar brought five of eight legions across the Channel while leaving three to hold Gaul under Labienus.
- He balanced his strategic need to invade Britannia with maintaining control and supply lines in Gaul.
Unopposed Landing And Rapid Camp Build
- Caesar's landing this time was unopposed because the Britons withdrew to higher ground under Cassivellaunus.
- The Romans built a standard fortified camp by midday and prepared for offensive action immediately.