Chiefs In Julius Caesar's Julius Caesar

Caesar details several aspects of Germanic traits, notably his perception of their interactions with their guests and their neighbors in contrast, and impresses his viewpoints upon said traits unto the reader. His foremost observation, however, is on Germany’s political outlook. While at war, the magistrates wield great power. During times of peace, many local chiefs administer justice to their province. To these local chiefs, crimes occurring outside their jurisdiction is of little consequence. He also duly notes the ostracism in which these chiefs may direct towards their opponents just after attaining power. “And when any of their chiefs has said in an assembly ‘that he will be their leader, let those who are willing to follow give in their