Transalpine Gaul

British  

noun

1. (in the ancient world) that part of Gaul northwest of the Alps

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Example Sentences

Transalpine Gaul was the name given to the entire country between the Pyrenees and the Rhine; it consequently included France, Switzerland, and Belgium.

From Pinnock's improved edition of Dr. Goldsmith's History of Rome to which is prefixed an introduction to the study of Roman history, and a great variety of valuable information added throughout the work, on the manners, institutions, and antiquities of the Romans; with numerous biographical and historical notes; and questions for examination at the end of each section. By Wm. C. Taylor. by Pinnock, William

An immediate result of the First Triumvirate was the appointment of Caesar as governor of Cisalpine and Transalpine Gaul.

From Early European History by Webster, Hutton

But Lepidus, having levied troops in his province of Transalpine Gaul, returned to Rome at the head of an army.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 5 "Cat" to "Celt" by Various

Transalpine Gaul was probably invaded by Aryan-speaking Celts from more than one direction, and the infiltration and invasion of new-comers, when it had once begun, was doubtless continuous through these various channels. 

From Celtic Religion in Pre-Christian Times by Anwyl, Edward

The splendor of the cities of Transalpine Gaul in this vicinity is attested by remains more numerous and in better preservation than Italy affords save in a very few places.

From Foch the Man A Life of the Supreme Commander of the Allied Armies by Laughlin, Clara E. (Clara Elizabeth)