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Battle of the Sabis
-57 • Belgica Überraschungsangriff
Historical Overview
A near-catastrophic battle for Caesar. The Nervii surprised the legions during camp construction, but Caesar personally stabilized the front.
Quick Facts
Outcome:Roman victory; near-total destruction of the Nervii.
Roman Republic
- Commander: Julius Caesar
- Strength: ca. 40.000 Mann (8 Legionen)
- Casualties: Hoch (ca. 2.500)
Nervii (Belgae)
- Commander: Boduognatus
- Strength: ca. 60.000 Krieger
- Casualties: Extrem hoch (ca. 50.000)
Strategic Context
Subjugation of the warlike Belgae tribes in northeastern Gaul.
Conflict / War
Gallic War
Decisive Roman victory; forced return of the Helvetii.
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