26. A Not So Well-Oiled Machine
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Julius Caesar lines his legions up for the first pitched battle of the Gallic Wars. The Helvetii attack and the fighting rages for hours as Caesar commands his troops on foot having dismissed his horse in a show of solidarity with his soldiers. Listen now to find out how Caesa ...
In another move to deepen the growing bond between soldier and General, Julius Caesar gives his army time to recover before pursuing the Helvetii. For their part, the Helvetii still have one last surprise in store for the Romans. Eventually, Caesar must play judge and jury on ...
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