Locus Castorum

Locus Castorum was an ancient village of the Roman Empire era located in northern Italy approximately 12 miles (19 km) from Cremona, and midway between Cremona and Bedriacum.[1] Its name derives from the Gemini twins, of Castor and Pollux.[2] It was the site of the Battle of Locus Castorum.

References

  1. ↑ Salmon, E.T. (1968). History of the Roman World from 30 B.C. to A.D. 138. Routledge. p. 204. ISBN 0-415-04504-5.
  2. ↑ "A History Of The Roman Empire From Its Foundation". 69 A.D. BATTLE OF LOCUS CASTOEUM. 335. archive.org. Retrieved 2008-09-15.


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