Gaius Pontius

Gaius or Gavius Pontius (fl. 321 BC) was a Samnite commander during the Second Samnite War. He is most well known for his victory over the Roman legions at the Battle of the Caudine Forks in 321 BC. He was eventually captured by Fabius Rullianus and executed .

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