55/65 This year died the great Camil'lus, deservedly regretted by all. He is said never to have fought a battle without gaining a victory; never to have besieged a city without taking it. He was a zealous patriot, ever ready to dismiss his just resentments for the affronts he received, when the necessities of his country required his services. What was the state of Rome at this period? What was the next step taken by Brennus, and how did it succeed? |