Battle of Bibracte
The Battle of Bibracte was fought between the Helvetii and six Roman legions, under the command of Gaius Julius Caesar. It was the second major battle of the Gallic Wars.
| Battle of Bibracte | |||||||
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| Part of the Gallic Wars | |||||||
Julius Caesar and Divico parley after the battle at the Saône. Historic painting of the 19th century by Karl Jauslin | |||||||
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| Belligerents | |||||||
| Roman Republic |
Mainly Helvetii Boii Tulingi Rauraci | ||||||
| Commanders and leaders | |||||||
| Gaius Julius Caesar | Divico | ||||||
| Strength | |||||||
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Present: 6 legions and auxiliaries 40,000 troops Engaged: 4 legions and auxiliaries 30,000 troops |
Caesar: 368,000: 90,000 warriors 278,000 non-combatants | ||||||
| Casualties and losses | |||||||
| Unknown |
Caesar: 238,000 killed or captured | ||||||
Location within France Battle of Bibracte (Europe) | |||||||
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