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    Military Organization and Doctrine
    Gallic warfare emphasized shock tactics, individual valor, and the psychological impact of noise and appearance. Troops were often lightly armored compared to their Roman counterparts, favoring large shields (often decorated with vibrant, non-Euclidean geometries) and long, slashing swords. The practice of fighting naked (or near-naked) was prevalent among certain northern contingents, primarily interpreted by contemporary historians as a demonstration of contempt for…