What were the Goths referred to during Claudius' time?
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The Goths, initially referred to as the Gutones, emerged as a Germanic tribe during the reign of the Roman emperor Claudius in the 1st century AD. They were known for their seafaring prowess and engaged in trade and occasional conflicts with the Romans in the Baltic Sea region. Later, they expanded their territories and played a significant role in the migration period, influencing the fall of the Western Roman Empire.
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