The Helvetii (Latin: Helvētiī [hɛɫˈweːti.iː], Gaulish: * Heluētī), anglicized as Helvetians, were a Celtic [2] tribe or tribal confederation [3] occupying most of the Swiss plateau at the time of their contact with the Roman Republic in the 1st century BC. According to Julius Caesar, the Helvetians were divided into four subgroups or pagi.

Helvetii, a Celtic people who, under pressure from Germanic peoples in the 2nd century bc, migrated from southern Germany into what is now northern Switzerland. In 61 bc, still pressed upon by the Germans, the Helvetii under Orgetorix decided to migrate to western Gaul; more than 250,000 of them

From excavations at La Tène on the shores of Lake Neuchâtel (western Switzerland, 1858) and many more in France, Germany and Austria we know that the Celts in central Europe had a highly developed culture.

Feb 3, 2025 · The Helvetii Tribe, a prominent ancient Celtic group, holds a rich history and cultural significance that has intrigued historians and archaeologists for centuries.

The victors are the Helvetii, who rout the Roman force under Cassius and force it to 'pass under the yoke' after it has surrendered the bulk of its supplies. The Helvetian canton which is responsible for the deed is that of the Tigurini, who are led by Divicus.

Sep 6, 2000 · They began their slow migration from the south of modern Germany around 2,500 years ago. This population movement picked up pace around 100 BC, as the Helvetians found …

May 26, 2024 · Long before the Roman conquest, the Helvetii, a Celtic tribe, inhabited the Swiss plateau region. Centered around the area of modern-day Avenches, their settlements showcased a distinct culture and way of life.

Dec 15, 2021 · The Helvetians (Helvetii in Latin) was the name for some Celtic tribes. They inhabited the Swiss Plateau, hence the format name of the country Confoederatio Helvetica. Some tribes are known as the Tigurini, Ambrones, Verbigeni and Tugini. The Rauraci and Suebi inhabited the regions of Basel, Southern Alsace and Baden during the same period.

Here we will try to track the timeline of the early days of the Toutâ Eluêtion, to the eventual Romanized Helvetica, the invasions of the Germanic tribes, and even look at modern day Switzerland and how their Celtic ancestors shaped the culture.

The Helvetii, an ancient tribe of Gaul, were a fierce and proud people who inhabited what is now modern-day Switzerland. They were a confederation of four sub-tribes, but only the Verbigeni and Tigurini are mentioned by Julius Caesar in his account of their clash with the Romans.