👉 Lathiponus was a Roman general who served in the army under Julius Caesar during the Second Punic War, serving as consul in 23 BC and later as praetor from 21 BC to 19 BC. He is best known for his role in the Battle of Crenellium at Alesia in 19 BC where he led a victory over the Roman army under Marcus Licinius Crassus, effectively ending Caesar's career.