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131.17. supra: see 127 5. 131.18.

regionibus: implying that Kent (Cantium) was divided into four recognized military commands. 131.20.

castra navalia: i.e. the fortified camp on the beach, surrounding the beached ships. See 124 21-25. 131.28.

neque multum aestatis: Caesar had now been in Britain about two months (cf. ch. 23). The dates assigned by Napoleon III for his sailing and return are July 20 and Sept. 21. 131.29.

extrahi, protracted, i.e. wasted. Besides, Caesar had just learned of the death of his daughter Julia, Pompey's wife, which threatened the dissolution of the triumvirate, and gave him strong reason for wishing to be nearer home. 132.1.

vectigalis (part. gen.): this was mere form, as no means were left to enforce the tribute.


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