Battle of Bibracte
Helvetii v. Rome, Gallic Wars, 58 BC / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Battle of Bibracte was fought between the Helvetii and six Roman legions, under the command of Gaius Julius Caesar. It was the second major battle of the Gallic Wars.
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Battle of Bibracte | |||||||
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Part of the Gallic Wars | |||||||
Julius Caesar and Divico parley after the battle at the Saône. Historic painting of the 19th century by Karl Jauslin. | |||||||
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Belligerents | |||||||
Roman Republic |
Mainly Helvetii Boii Tulingi Rauraci | ||||||
Commanders and leaders | |||||||
Gaius Julius Caesar | Divico | ||||||
Strength | |||||||
Present: 6 legions and auxiliaries 40,000 troops[1] Engaged: 4 legions and auxiliaries 30,000 troops[1] |
Caesar: 368,000: 90,000 warriors 278,000 non-combatants | ||||||
Casualties and losses | |||||||
Unknown |
Caesar: 238,000 killed or captured | ||||||
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