Yehudah Posted March 9, 2011 Report Share Posted March 9, 2011 The Fifth Legion, known alternatively as "Gallica" and "Alaudae", was raised from friendly Gaulish tribes during Julius Caesar's Gallic Wars, and gained a reputation for courage during the wars of the late Republic. But when and how did this legion come to an end? I have read conflicted reports, one that it was disbanded or destroyed during the Batavian revolt of 69-70 CE, another that it was destroyed at the First Battle of Tapae in 86, while fighting under Cornelius Fuscus. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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