Volsci
An ancient people in Latium, originally distinct from the Latins. They dwelt on both sides
of the river Liris, and extended down to the Tyrrhene Sea. Their language was nearly allied to
the Umbrian. (See
Umbria.) They were from an early
period engaged in almost unceasing hostilities with the Romans, and were not completely
subdued by the latter till B.C. 338, after which time they disappear from history. See
Italia.