The Revolt of the Batavi, which takes place in the Roman province of Germania Inferior (S. Netherlands) between 69 and 70, is an uprising against Roman rule by the Batavi and other tribes in the province and in Gaul.
Under the leadership of their hereditary prince Gaius Julius Civilis, an auxiliary officer in the Roman army, the Batavi manage to destroy two legions and inflict humiliating defeats on the Roman army.
After their initial successes, a massive Roman army led by Quintus Petillius Cerialis eventually defeats them.
Following peace talks, the situation is normalized, but the Batavians have to cope with humiliating conditions and a legion stationed permanently on their territory.
