Ariovisti
Definition
Ariovisti was a leader of the Suebi, one of many Germanic tribes during Julius Caesar's time. He was known for his military strength and attempted to establish dominance over Gaul.
Related terms
Suebi: A confederation of Germanic tribes that Ariovisti led. They were known for their fierce warriors and migration across Europe.
Gaul: The region in Western Europe that encompassed modern-day France, Belgium, and parts of surrounding countries. It was the target of Ariovisti's expansionist ambitions.
Julius Caesar: The Roman general and statesman who encountered Ariovisti during his conquest of Gaul. He wrote about his encounters with the Germanic leader in his book "Commentarii de Bello Gallico" (Commentaries on the Gallic War).
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AP Latin - 6.2 Caesar, Gallic War, Book 5, Part I, Chapters 27-29
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