Caesar's Siege of Alesia (52 BCE) was a defining moment in the Gallic Wars. The Roman forces, besieging the fortified Gallic stronghold of Alesia, faced resistance from Vercingetorix, the leader of the Gauls. Surrounded by Roman legions and a relief army, the Gauls were trapped. Caesar's ingenious strategy included constructing double fortifications to prevent escape and repel reinforcements. The siege ended with Vercingetorix's surrender, solidifying Caesar's reputation as a brilliant military