The likely location of this battle was discovered by the detectorist Tony Clunn, although a large statue of its victor with a shield inscription meaning “always faithful” had already been placed far southeast of the real site. Asprenas was accused of looting after this battle, which was followed by an attack on Aliso. This battle started after false claims of a rebellion among the Bructeri, despite a warning by (*) Segestes. To show a lack of interest in an alliance, Maroboduus (“mar-oe-BOD-oo-us”) of the Marcomanni sent the head of this battle’s loser back to his own side after a leader of the Cherusci (“kay-ROOS-kee”) sent it to him. Suetonius claims that Augustus shouted “Quintilius Varus, give me back my legions” after hearing of this battle. For 10 points, name this victory for Arminius over the Romans, halting the conquest of Germania. ■END■
ANSWER: Battle of Teutoburg Forest [prompt on Varusschlacht or Varus Disaster or Varian Disaster or Clades Variana or descriptions of a battle at Varus until “Varus” is read]
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