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Historical map of Roman Gaul, covering present-day France and parts of neighboring regions, marked with imperial frontiers, provincial boundaries, major Roman roads, provincial capitals, major maritime outlets, legionary and naval bases, and early veteran colonies. The map highlights key cities, tribal regions, and transport routes within the Roman provinces. Map of Europe highlighting the ancient region of Gaul in orange, covering most of present-day France, Belgium, Luxembourg, and parts of Switzerland, with surrounding modern countries labeled for geographic reference.
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Historical map of Roman Gaul, covering present-day France and parts of neighboring regions, marked with imperial frontiers, provincial boundaries, major Roman roads, provincial capitals, major maritime outlets, legionary and naval bases, and early veteran colonies. The map highlights key cities, tribal regions, and transport routes within the Roman provinces.
Roman Gaul

Gaul

ancient region, Europe
Also known as: Gallia, Gaule
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Gaul, the region inhabited by the ancient Gauls, comprising modern-day France and parts of Belgium, western Germany, and northern Italy. A Celtic people, the Gauls lived in an agricultural society divided into several tribes ruled by a landed class. A brief treatment of Gaul follows. For full treatment, see France: Gaul. By the 5th century bce the Gauls had migrated south from the Rhine River valley to the Mediterranean coast. By the middle of the...

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