Battle of Gergovia, Historic battlefield in France
The Battle of Gergovia took place in 52 BC in Gergovia, the chief town of the Arverni tribe.
This was a notable victory for the Gallic forces over the Romans during the Gallic Wars.
The battle is significant for being the only recorded defeat of Julius Caesar's military campaigns.
Today, visitors can explore the remains and the landscape which hold the history of this ancient battle.
The exact location of the battle still sparks debates among historians and archaeologists.
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Gallic War
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45.70833,3.12500
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August 31, 2026 12:19
