The Sertorian War was a significant and impactful civil conflict that unfolded in the Roman Republic between the years 80 and 72 BC. This war took place on the Iberian Peninsula, a region referred to as Hispania by the Romans. The conflict was primarily between two rival factions: one faction was led by Quintus Sertorius, while the opposing side was aligned with the Roman Senate, which was restructured following Sulla's earlier civil war. Sertorius, who had a strong following among Roman exiles and native tribes including Celts, Aquitanians, and Iberians, positioned himself as a leader fighting for legitimate governance in the region.

Sertorius had initially been appointed proconsul of Hispania in 83 BC by the Marian faction, but he was soon ousted by an army loyal to Sulla in 81 BC. However, he made a notable return in 80 BC, landin ...