The first Roman footsteps into the mist of Britannia and Germania

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In short: After conquering most of Gaul, Julius Caesar faced new pressures that pushed him toward the edges of the known world. This documentary explores his pioneering expeditions into territories that remained largely unconquered by Rome.

Between 56 and 55 BC, Caesar transitioned from the conquest of the Gallic Wars to new frontiers. Following his victory over the Gallic Veneti, he became the first Roman leader to launch invasions into both Germania and Britannia.

These campaigns were driven by a complex political situation in Gaul and Rome. The documentary provides a visual and historical account of these early forays, marking a pivotal expansion of Roman influence into northern Europe.

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