The Veneti (Greek 'Ενετοί, Latin Veneti) are a group of tribes who inhabit the northern coast of the Adriatic Sea, northeast of the Po River.
The Venetians appeared here in the 12th and 11th centuries BC. according to Pliny the Elder, Justin, Titus Livius, etc.
They were allies of the Romans in their struggle against the Gallic tribes (4th century BC ) and during the Second Punic War (218-201 BC ) against the Carthaginian warlord Hannibal. At the beginning of the 2nd century BC. roman colonization of Venice began, and from 183 B. C. the area became part of the Roman province of Cisalpine Gaul.
Hello , quaestor !
Just 50 years ago , Rome was invaded and barely saved after several fierce and costly battles by Gaius Marius.
More recently, the Germanic tribe of Svevi had migrated to Gaul, led by their chief Ariovistus. It seems the wild tribes are starting to gather again. There is also increased traffic on our northern border . A possible new invasion could be numerous and strong.
We send you to the area inhabited by the Veneti people , to build a defended city .
If you don't bother the locals unnecessarily , they are friendly to us and are good traders . The territory , which is rich , wild and marshy and with access to all the seas , is suitable for building a strong defense . We expect you to develop a thriving trade , and the city of Venice to shine like a new jewel in the crown of Rome . Gaius Julius Caesar .
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Caesarea with some modifications , was used as the basis for economic links.
I would be happy to receive constructive comments.