To the Edge of the World: Julius Caesar\u27s First Invasion of Britain

In 54 BC, during his time as Proconsul, Julius Caesar decided to invade Britain. Despite lack of intelligence, Caesar went ahead with the invasion. In his battles with the native Britons, Caesar narrowly avoided defeat, and had to return to the continent with nothing material to show for it. However, Caesar\u27s first campaign gave him vital information on the Britons, furthered his political career, and prepared him for his second invasio