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Britain (first Voyage)
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The Crossing and Initial Landing
Caesar chose to embark from the harbor near Portus Itius (the precise location remains highly contentious, though evidence suggests a latitude near modern Boulogne-sur-Mer). The fleet consisted primarily of transports requisitioned from allied Gallic nobles, many of whom were deeply ambivalent about engaging in overseas conflict against relatives $[3]$.
The expedition faced significant delays attributed to an unforeā¦