Battle of Octodurus

Definition

The Battle of Octodurus occurred during the Gallic campaign of 57 BC when Julius Caesar's forces attacked and defeated the native population of Octodurus, a town located in modern-day Switzerland.

Analogy

Imagine you're playing a strategy game where you have to capture enemy bases. In this particular battle, you successfully infiltrate and conquer one of the enemy's strongholds.

Related terms

Helvetian campaign of 58 BC: The Helvetian campaign was an earlier military campaign led by Julius Caesar against the Celtic tribe known as the Helvetians in Switzerland.

Conquest of Belgae: The conquest of Belgae refers to Julius Caesar's military campaign in 57 BC aimed at subduing several tribes located in northern Gaul who resisted Roman rule.

Battle of Alesia: The Battle of Alesia took place during the Gallic Wars and marked a significant turning point when Julius Caesar defeated Vercingetorix and solidified Roman control over Gaul.