Which city in Gaul did Julian save from Germanic tribes?
Marseille
Lyon
Vienna
Paris
Answer
Paris, the capital of Gaul, was successfully defended by Julian against the invading Germanic tribes, specifically the Alemanni, in 357 AD. Julian's strategic military leadership and effective defense tactics repelled the attackers and safeguarded the city from potential plunder and destruction, demonstrating his prowess as a military commander and protector of the Roman Empire's western territories.
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