Rubicon River
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The Rubicon gained eternal historical significance in 49 BCE when Julius Caesar crossed it with his army, effectively declaring civil war against Pompey and the Roman Senate. This action gave rise to...
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About Rubicon River
The Rubicon River is a small stream in northern Italy that flows from the Apennine Mountains into the Adriatic Sea. Historically, it marked the boundary between Italy and Gaul during the Roman Republic. The river is approximately 80 kilometers long, shallow, and relatively narrow. Its historical significance far outweighs its physical size. During Roman times, it served as a crucial political and military boundary, as Roman law forbade any general from crossing it with a standing army - doing so would be considered an act of treason and insurrection against the Republic.
Historical Significance
The Rubicon gained eternal historical significance in 49 BCE when Julius Caesar crossed it with his army, effectively declaring civil war against Pompey and the Roman Senate. This action gave rise to the famous phrase 'crossing the Rubicon,' meaning to pass a point of no return.
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