The Nervii or Nervians were one of the most powerful Belgic tribes of northern Gaul at the time of its conquest by Rome. Their territory corresponds to the central part of modern Belgium, …

Gaul was an ancient enemy of Rome, but it was not simply one tribe of barbarians, they were many. Among the Celtic tribes of ancient Gaul, the Nervii were considered the bravest and …

The Battle of the Sabis also (arguably erroneously) known as the Battle of the Sambre or the Battle against the Nervians (or Nervii) was fought in 57 BC near modern Saulzoir in Northern …

By the middle of the first century BC, the Nervii were located in the far north-west of Gaul, along what is now the French-Belgian border region, between the provinces of Picardy and Hainault.

Nervii, a Belgic people (see belgae) occupying parts of Hainault and Flanders, who were defeated by *Caesar after a fierce struggle in 57 bce. Under the empire they contributed six cohorts to …

The Nervii were a significant Belgic tribe dwelling in northern Gaul (present-day Belgium) during the late Iron Age. Known for their ferocity and resistance against Roman expansion, they …

The Nervii were a fierce Gallic tribe located in present-day Belgium, known for their strong resistance against Roman expansion during the Gallic Wars. They played a significant role in …

In the eastern half of the empire, the fifth of the legiones palatina listed (9.21 in Ingo Maier's numbering scheme) under the command of the first Master of the Soldiers in the Imperial …

When Caesar was preparing (B.C. 57) to march against the Belgian confederates, he was informed that the Nervii had promised to supply 50,000 men for the general defence, and that …

Jul 31, 2019 · The Nervii from the opposing hill charged down over the river and up at the Romans. The hilltop was forested so freedom of movement was restricted. And the Romans …