Gaul

/ɡɔːl/ noun

Definition

An ancient region in western Europe (modern-day France, Belgium, and parts of surrounding areas) or a person from that region.

Etymology

From Latin 'Gallia,' which likely comes from a Celtic root meaning 'power' or 'strength.' The Romans used this term to describe the Celtic peoples and their territory.

Kelly Says

Julius Caesar's conquest of Gaul is one of history's most famous military campaigns—he described it in such detail that we know almost everything about how ancient Celtic societies worked!

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