How a Celtic invasion threatened the expanding Roman Republic

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In short: Explore the high-stakes conflict of the Roman-Gallic Wars, where local Celtic tribes summoned relatives from across the Alps to challenge Rome's growing influence in Italy.

This documentary examines the period following the war against Pyrrhus, a time when Roman expansion in Italy was gaining momentum. The narrative follows the escalation of the Roman-Gallic Wars, specifically focusing on the movement of Celtic forces across the Alps and the pivotal battles of Faesulae and Telamon in 225 BC.

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