What does the cryptic crossword clue "Briefly assist veteran stalked by two Celts in central Europe (8)" mean?

The definition is "Celts in central Europe". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). HEL (synonym="HEL") + VET (synonym="veteran") + II (synonym="Roman numerals for two") = HELVETII The answer is HELVETII.

Briefly assist veteran stalked by two Celts in central Europe (8)

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