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Also Known As Gallia Lugdunensis • Celtica • Lugudunensis

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France
France
Extent of the Roman Empire in 117 ce
Roman Empire
ancient state [27 bce-476 ce]
Roman Forum
ancient Rome
ancient state, Europe, Africa, and Asia
Armorica
ancient region, France
Gallia Comata
Roman territory, Europe

Key People

Gaius Julius Vindex
Roman provincial governor