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Gallic Wars - Ariovistus, Suebi leader, deploys his cavalry
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Gallic Wars - Ariovistus, Suebi leader, deploys his cavalry
Gallic Wars (58 BC-50 BC). First campaign against the Germanic tribes (58 BC). Ariovistus, the Suebi leader, deploys his cavalry and sixteen thousand infantry to prevent Caesar from entrenching his second camp. Caesar fights with his first two lines, while the third is used to fortify his second camp. Engraving. Commentaires de Cesar, avec des notes historiques, critiques et militaires, by Count Turpin de Crisse. Volume I. Published in Montargis and sold in Paris, 1785
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This print captures a pivotal moment in the Gallic Wars, specifically during the first campaign against the Germanic tribes in 58 BC. The Suebi leader, Ariovistus, is seen deploying his cavalry and a formidable force of sixteen thousand infantry to thwart Julius Caesar's attempts to entrench his second camp.
In this intense confrontation, Caesar strategically positions his troops with the first two lines engaging in combat while the third line focuses on fortifying their position. The engraving beautifully illustrates the military tactics and strategies employed by both sides as they clash on the battlefield.
Published in 1785 as part of Commentaires de Cesar by Count Turpin de Crisse, this historical depiction offers a glimpse into ancient warfare and Roman conquests during the Republican era. The detailed formation of troops, including legionaries and cavalry riders, showcases the intensity of battle between Roman forces and Germanic tribes such as Harudes, Triboci, Marcomanni, and more.
As we delve into this scene from centuries past, we are reminded of the complexities of war and conquest in Gaul. The intricate details captured in this engraving bring history to life and invite us to explore further into the military campaigns led by Julius Caesar during one of Europe's most tumultuous periods.
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