Discover Caesar's intense battles and sieges against the powerful Belgae, his victory over the Nervii tribe showcasing his strategic leadership, and his political triumph in Rome with significant accomplishments in Gaul.
Caesar's multitasking abilities enabled him to build a power base while handling diverse activities.
Swift action by Caesar prevented conflicts with Bell Guy tribes through raising new legions.
Caesar's quick thinking and personal bravery turned the tide in a fierce battle against the Nervii.
Deep dives
Caesar's Winter in Sisalpine Gaul
Caesar spends the winter in Sisalpine Gaul while also handling political matters in Rome and addressing administrative responsibilities. Despite his diverse activities, Caesar manages to build a power base and political network, demonstrating his exceptional multitasking abilities.
Threat from the Bell Guy Confederation
The Bell Guy tribes residing in modern-day Belgium begin conspiring against Rome, fearing Roman expansion into their territories. Caesar swiftly raises new legions in Sisalpine Gaul and engages with the Bell Guy to prevent potential conflicts. The Ramey tribe offers allegiance to Caesar and reports on the Bell Guy's alliance with German tribes.
Battle of the Sabas River
The Bell Guy tribes, particularly the Nervii, refuse to surrender and prepare an ambush for Caesar's legions at the Sabas River. Caesar's quick thinking and personal bravery on the battlefield turn the tide as his forces face a challenging situation. After a fierce battle, Caesar emerges victorious, leading to the near decimation of the Nervii.
Subduing the Adu-Watuki Tribe
Caesar confronts the Adu-Watuki tribe, fortified in a stronghold, leading to intense clashes and negotiations. Despite initial resistance and attempted surprise attacks, the Adu-Watuki eventually surrender but attempt treachery. Caesar demonstrates his military prowess in subduing the tribe and enforcing discipline.
Senate's Thanksgiving and Gaul's Pacification
Caesar's successful campaigns in Gaul lead to a Thanksgiving decree of 15 days by the Roman Senate, a rare honor. Despite gaining recognition and a temporary pacification of Gaul, further challenges and clashes are hinted at as Caesar's conquests continue in subsequent books of the commentaries.
Caesar almost loses it all, in part 2 of our series on Caesar’s masterwork of psychology, strategy, and propaganda: On the Gallic War (De Bello Gallico).
This is a world-history making story (the conquest of what’s now modern France), told by a world-history making storyteller.
Caesar entered Gaul as a mere politician. He returned 9 years later as a conqueror - and an enemy of the state. He tells how it all happened with his own pen.
In this episode: -A conspiracy of the powerful, warlike Belgae (Belgian tribes). -The battle of the Sabis, against the Nervii -Caesar's terrifying siege tactics
