Caesar’s Gallic Campiagn

What did the Roman historian Sallust state about Caesar in the 40s BC?

‘He [Caesar] longed for a great command, an army, and a new war, where his virtus could shine’

What campaign did Caesar lead as Propraetor?

Spain in 61-60 BC but was deprived of a triumph

What Tribune proposed a law awarding Caesar a proconsular command? Where was this? How long for?

Vatinus proposed a law awarding Caesar a 5 year proconsular command of Illyricum and Cisalpine Gaul. A senatorial decree added Transalpine Gaul.

When was Caesar’s Gallic Campaign?

58-50 BC

How much land did Caesar’s army conquer during the Gallic campaign?

The whole of modern day France.

He also launched two exploratory expeditions: one across the River Rhine and two into Britain

After the 1st Triumvirate was renewed at Luca in 56, Caesars proconsular command was extended by?

Another five years by the Senate in 55

What revolt did Caesar have to counter during his Gallic campaign?

A major revolt of the Gallic tribes led by Vercingetorix

How many legions did Caesar command by 50 BC?

10