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Lucius Aurunculeius Cotta

Roman legate and seasoned campaigner whose caution stands in sharp contrast to his colleague's eagerness for a fatal gamble.

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Also known as L. Aurunculeius Cotta, L. Cotta, Cotta, Aurunculeius

First appearance: Book V

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In Book II: The War Against the Belgae: Commanded with Q. Pedius to harass the retreating Belgae. Later, in Book IV: The Rhine Crossing and First Invasion of Britain: Left with Sabinus to lead troops against the…

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QTQuintus Tituri…JCJulius CaesarAMAmbiorixTLTitus LabienusQCQuintus CiceroLALucius Aurunculeius …

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