In 1997, archaeologists concluded that this battle took place at present-day Kalkriese.
The paltry number of survivors on the losing side in this battle fled to the fort at Aliso, which was besieged in its aftermath. In 1997, archaeologists concluded that this battle took place at present-day Kalkriese. Prior to this battle, the victorious commander married Thusnelda against the wishes of her father, a chieftan of Cherusca named Segestes. Five years after this engagement, the Battle of Idistaviso was part of a punitive expedition led by (*) Drusus Germanicus to avenge losses in this battle. The victorious troops at this battle were commanded by Arminius, while those under Qunctilius Varas were defeated. After receiving news of this battle, Emperor Augustus reportedly cried, "Give me back my legions!" For 10 points, name this 9 CE disaster for Rome in the German wilderness.
The paltry number of survivors on the losing side in this battle fled to the fort at Aliso, which was besieged in its aftermath.
Battle of {Teutoburg Forest} [or {Teutoburger Wald}]