Commentaries on the Gallic War · Character

Lucius Minucius Basilus

Roman officer who leads a cavalry raid.

minor

Also known as L. Minucius Basilus, Basilus

First appearance: book vi

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Lucius Minucius Basilus first appears in 0005 book vi.

With Ambiorix (rivalry): Lucius Minucius Basilus, a Roman commander under Caesar, pursues Ambiorix but fails to capture him.

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