Augustobona

Augustobona was a Celtic oppidum located in what is now France. Its name derives from the Celtic deity, *bona*, and the Roman emperor Augustus. The site flourished as a significant tribal center for the Gallic people of the Senones tribe. Archaeological evidence suggests it was a substantial settlement with a developed infrastructure, including fortifications and residential areas.

The oppidum played a role during the Gallic Wars, the conflict between Julius Caesar and the Gallic tribes. While the specific events involving Augustobona are not as extensively documented as other major Gallic centers, its strategic importance is implied by its size and the Roman presence in the region. Following the Roman conquest, Augustobona was integrated into the Roman provincial system.

Over time, the importance of Augustobona likely shifted or declined as Roman administration and urban planning evolved. The precise reasons for its eventual abandonment or transformation are subjects of ongoing archaeological research. Excavations at the site have uncovered a wealth of artifacts, providing insights into the daily life, economy, and religious practices of its inhabitants during the Iron Age and Roman periods. The remains offer a valuable glimpse into the pre-Roman and early Roman Gallic landscape.