Julius Caesar and the origin of his famous phrase "Veni, Vidi, Vici"

People often use Julius Caesar's famous phrase "Veni, Vidi, Vici" to mean that something was done quickly and successfully.

Julius Caesar and the origin of his famous phrase "Veni, Vidi, Vici"
The Gallic chieftain Vercingetorix surrenders to Julius Caesar in 52 BC. Vercingetorix throws down his arms to Julius Caesar. By Lionel Royer. Image: Public domain