Command Decisions (2004): S01E15 – Siege of Alesia

Introduction Match wits with the greatest military leaders and go behind the scenes of the most intriguing battles in history. Outline In a bold move for political power, Julius Caesar invades Gaul, and his army seems unstoppable until a young Gallic warrior named Vercingetorix rallies the Gauls to drive Caesar out of their land for…

Andrew Marshall

16/06/2022

1–2 minutes

History, Military Documentary, Military Leadership, Military Strategy, War

Introduction

Match wits with the greatest military leaders and go behind the scenes of the most intriguing battles in history.

Outline

In a bold move for political power, Julius Caesar invades Gaul, and his army seems unstoppable until a young Gallic warrior named Vercingetorix rallies the Gauls to drive Caesar out of their land for good.

Command Decisions Series

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Production & Filming Details

Release Date: 13 November 2004.
Rating: TV-PG.
Running Time: 30 minutes (18-22 minutes minus adverts).
Country: US.
Language: English.