Romans capture Mediolanum (Milan), heartland city of the Insubres; Celtic power in the Po basin wanes
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Capture of Mediolanum
In 222 BCE, the Romans captured Mediolanum, the heartland city of the Insubres. This marked a significant decline in Celtic power in the Po basin.
The Capture
The capture of Mediolanum was led by the Roman consul Marcus Claudius Marcellus. The city, located in present-day Milan, was a significant stronghold of the Insubres. The capture of the city was a major blow to the Celtic power in the region.
Aftermath
The capture of Mediolanum marked a significant decline in Celtic power in the Po basin. The Romans continued to expand their control over the region, eventually conquering the entire Italian peninsula.
| Key Figures | Role |
|---|---|
| Marcus Claudius Marcellus | Roman Consul |
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