The unit amounted to 500 men, but, in order to obtain a tactically valid unit, they were often united with the Celtae. As part of Julian's army, the Petulantes took part in the victorious Battle of Strasbourg (357).
The unit consisted of 500 men, but to achieve a tactically valid formation, they were frequently combined with the Celtae. As part of Julius's army, the Petulantes participated in the victorious Battle of Strasbourg (357).