By 390 BC, several Gallic tribes were invading Italy from the north as their culture expanded throughout Europe. The Romans were alerted to this when a particularly warlike tribe invaded two Etruscan towns close to Rome's sphere of influence. These towns, overwhelmed by the enemy's numbers and ferocity, called on Rome for help. The Romans met the Gauls in pitched battle at the Battle of Allia River around 390–387 BC. The Gauls, led by chieftain Brennus, defeated the Roman army of approximately 15,000 troops, pursued the fleeing Romans back to Rome, and sacked the city before being either driven off or bought off. Romans and Gauls continued to war intermittently in Italy for more than two centuries.[relevant? – discuss]
When did the Battle of Allia River approximately end? How many of the Roman military were involved in the Battle of Allia River? Where did the Romans attempt to escape to after their loss against the Gauls? What is the name of the chieftan who led his army to victory in the Battle of Allia River? Who asked Rome for assistance after being overburdened by their enemies?