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Caesar's Propaganda
- Caesar's Gallic War campaigns are famous largely due to his masterful self-promotion and propaganda.
- His commentaries are still studied, highlighting his skill in shaping his image.
Civilization in Gaul
- While Romans viewed Gauls as uncivilized, Gallic society possessed complexities like towns, crafts, religion, and politics.
- This mirrors European perceptions of Native Americans, who also had sophisticated civilizations.
The Helvetii Migration
- The Helvetii, a Celtic tribe, migrated due to German encroachment, seeking resettlement in Gaul.
- Caesar used this as a pretext to invade Gaul, building fortifications to block their passage.