Under Caesar
The XIV G.M.V was raised by Caesar in Cispaline Gaul during his raids into, and conquest of, Gaul. Their enlistment term was for 16 years, as per the other legions (though Augustus raised that to 20). For years after the Massacre at Atuatuca, they were viewed as an unlucky legion. They were frequently left behind to guard the camp during battles and raids.
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