Camillus

AncientGeneralRoman Republic-446 — -365

Called the Second Founder of Rome for saving the city from the Gauls.

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Quick Facts

Born

446 BCE

Died

365 BCE

Country

Roman Republic

Era

Ancient

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)74

Political (20%)68

Influence (20%)65

Legacy (20%)40

Leadership (15%)72

Strategy (15%)81

Total Score62.7

Camillus — Complete Timeline

396 BC

Siege of VeiiWar◆ Major

Camillus, as dictator, captured the Etruscan city of Veii after a ten-year siege. This victory expanded Roman territory and brought wealth to Rome, establishing Camillus as a leading general.

Military campaignEtruscan war

Impact: regional

391 BC

Exile and RecallPolitical Action

Camillus was exiled from Rome after being accused of misappropriating spoils from Veii. He was later recalled during the Gallic crisis, demonstrating the Romans' reliance on his military skill despite political conflicts.

ExilePolitical conflict

tragic

390 BC

Battle of the Allia and the Sack of RomeWar

Camillus was in exile when the Gauls defeated the Roman army at the Allia and sacked Rome. He was recalled and appointed dictator to lead the defense, eventually negotiating the Gauls' withdrawal.

Gallic invasionDisaster

Impact: nationaltragic

Reconstruction of RomeReform◆ Major

After the Gallic sack, Camillus oversaw the rebuilding of Rome, including the reconstruction of temples and fortifications. He also reformed the military, introducing the manipular legion system.

ReconstructionMilitary reform

Impact: nationalconstructive

389 BC

Defeat of the Volsci and AequiWar

Camillus led campaigns against the Volsci and Aequi tribes, defeating them and securing Roman dominance in central Italy. These victories expanded Roman territory and reduced external threats.

Military campaignItalian wars

Impact: regional