Lucius Junius Brutus
Life:? – c. 509 BC Founder of the Republicby ‘Andraeus Papadopolus Dacicus Maximus’ According to Roman traditional history, Lucius Junius Brutus was the most important personality of the patrician “revolution” …
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How did Rome become an Empire? – History of The Roman Empire (27 BC – 14 AD)
Gaius Octavius, who would later be known as Augustus, started life in a family with strong political and military ties. Even after losing his father at a young age, he …
Rise and Fall of the Roman Republic – Caesar’s Death
Caesar’s Death The leaders of the conspiracy against Caesar were former Pompey’s soldiers Marcus Junius Brutus and Gaius Cassius Longinus, and they were joined by Caesar’s men led by Decimus …
Rise and Fall of the Roman Republic – The Dictatorship
Caesar and Rome During the Civil War Before the dictatorship and even during the civil war, upon entering the city, Caesar began his work on the reorganization of the Roman …
Rise and Fall of the Roman Republic – The Decisive Battle
Caesar in Greece Propaganda in this war brought great results, starting with Caesar’s gentle treatment of prisoners after Corfinium, and the release of the army in Spain, and ending with …
Rise and Fall of the Roman Republic – Civil War Era – Triumvirate
Triumvirate – Reasons For the Alliance Gnaeus Pompey returned from the East as a victor over Mithridates and at that time was the most influential person in Rome. However, as …
What if Roman Britain survived?
During a time of turmoil when Rome was at the brink of falling apart, Constantine III emerged as a key figure in Britannia. Originally a soldier, he rose to power, …
Rise and Fall of the Roman Republic – Civil War Era – Caesar
His Early Troubles Gaius Julius Caesar was a Roman general, politician and writer whose emergence marked a complete turnaround in the Roman state system from the rule of the Senate …
The Deaths of Romulus
The legendary tales of Romulus, as the founder of Rome, offer a captivating look into the origins of one of history’s greatest civilizations. While stories about him are shrouded in …
Why Rome Actually Crucified Jesus
Good Friday is an opportunity to explore the complex history surrounding the crucifixion of Jesus. This day is often seen in a very straightforward way, but there’s much more when …
Augustus: How Rome’s First Emperor Shaped the Empire’s Future
In the annals of Roman history, few figures stand out as prominently as Octavian, later known as Augustus. His ascension to power marked the end of the Roman Republic and …
The 12 Tables: Rome’s First Laws
Rome’s beginnings are wrapped in stories and legends, with tales of Romulus and Remus often capturing the imagination. These narratives are filled with figures like Aeneas and events like the …
How the Roman Government Worked
The Roman Empire, unlike the largest empires of history, stood out for its remarkable success and longevity. Although it wasn’t the biggest, its power and influence have left a lasting …
The First Roman Emperor – Octavian Caesar Augustus
The assassination of the first Roman Emperor Julius Caesar on March 15, 44 BC, marked a pivotal moment in Roman and world history. His murder, orchestrated by a faction worried …