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Battle of Gergovia
-52 • Auvergne Belagerung / Erstürmung
Historical Overview
Caesar's only major defeat against Vercingetorix. A hasty Roman assault on the mountain fortress failed with heavy casualties.
Quick Facts
Outcome:Gallic victory; Caesar forced to break off the siege.
Gallic Coalition
- Commander: Vercingetorix
- Strength: ca. 30.000 Krieger
- Casualties: Gering
Roman Republic
- Commander: Julius Caesar
- Strength: ca. 25.000 Mann
- Casualties: ca. 700 - 1.000
Strategic Context
Attempt to decisively defeat the leader of the Gallic revolt in his home fortress.
Conflict / War
Gallic War
Decisive Roman victory; forced return of the Helvetii.
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