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Julius Caesar's Greatest Battle

Season 1
In 52 BC, the future of Rome and Gaul hung in the balance. The fate of a great empire and a proud nation rested on the shoulders of two men: Julius Caesar and Gaul leader Vercingetorix. This fascinating history documentary explores the Battle of Aleisa, one of the greatest battles in history and the long siege that led to the final conquest of Gaul, which is now France.
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  1. S1 E1 - Julius Caesar's Greatest Battle

    November 3, 2004
    49min
    TV-PG
    In 52 BC, the future of Rome and Gaul hung in the balance. The fate of a great empire and a proud nation rested on the shoulders of two men: Julius Caesar and Gaul leader Vercingetorix. This fascinating history documentary explores the Battle of Aleisa, one of the greatest battles in history and the long siege that led to the final conquest of Gaul, which is now France.
    Free trial of BBC Select

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Melanie ArcherWilliam Lyons

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