If I had the opportunity to meet a historical figure, I would definitely want to meet to Julius Caesar. I enjoy history extensively and he is one of my favorite historical figures as he was a brilliant military strategist and accomplished many impressive political feats in Rome. With a chance to meet him I would ask him many questions about these political accomplishments and his military victories. For my imagined meeting with Caesar, I think of myself as a young senator who aspires to be as great as him. As I go to parley with Caesar, we meet in one of the many Roman libraries as this location would be quiet and peaceful for our conversations. As I meet up with him early in the morning, he stands in great flowing red robes …show more content…
Caesar begins telling me tales of his battles, taking long hours describing the grueling miles they marched and the glorious victories he had won. My hair stands on end as he describes the blood and the death that took place on the battlefields. His visage becomes slightly melancholy as he continues on, knowing that his victories were bought with Roman blood. Caesar then begins on the topic of his political maneuvers. He speaks of the many reforms he put forth and how he cracked down on corruption and selfishness in the Republic of Rome. He tells me how he was able to gain the favor of the plebian classes of Rome and how it has propelled him to new heights in the Senate. As the talks continue the sun rises high in the sky, streaming though the great stained-glass windows. The heat becomes unbearable and I suggest we take the talks outside. We go outside, the guards coming with us, and sit down on the marble seats outside. The breeze cools us as Caesar describes his life in the senate. He tells me that he has had to make many hard decisions in his political career. he hours pass he tells me he must be going as it is an important day for
Name: ________________ Hum 8/ Ms. Gill Rome at its Height Julius Caesar played a critical role in the events that led to the fall of the Roman Republic, which was governed by a Senate, and the rise of the Roman Empire. The Roman Republic was run by the Senate. The senate passed all laws and collected taxes.
he throne of Russia on March 15th 1917. Also the killing of Julius Caesar happened on March 15th in 44B.C He was stabbed in the back 30 times. 50. The Capital of France had been Paris but when Louis XIV became king he changed it to Versailles but soon the French Revolution took place he and the Royal family were forced back to Paris. 51.
The Roman Empire lasted a very long time, and there was a great long line of rulers. Some dictators, religious, loved war and battles, and some just wanted to see the government grow. That's what we as people want in our leaders right. We want a strong and powerful leader, who cares about war and keeping us free but also caring for the people and now using his power negatively. I looked briefly but intelligently through all the chapters up to 7 and found information about all the leaders.
“I love the name of honor, more than I fear death,” a quote said by one of the most famous Roman leaders named Julius Caesar. Julius Caesar was born in July 100 BC and he died on March 15, 44B.C. Caesar was a general, politician, and a dictator. Caesar was loved by many people for guiding them and providing safety for them, but he was also hated by a countless number of people. That hate ended up in him being murdered. He gave Rome hope for a better future and a promise of new land, jobs, and wealth. Caesar accomplished many things for his country like win many victories, developed the Julian calendar, and redistributed land to the poor. He used many different tactics and strategies to win his wars. Through brilliant military tactics, Julius Caesar, ruler of Rome from 49 B.C. to 44 B.C., guided the people of Italy and Rome to achieve many victories, allowing him to become a powerful ruler, hero, and inspiration and leaving a legacy that still shapes the world today.
Who was Julius Caesar? Julius Caesar accomplished many things in his day, which most would consider unbelievable. He has been considered a tyrant or dictator, and some believe he was one of the world’s greatest politician. In this paper we will compare the textbook and documentation that was written around 44 B.C.E the time of his death. The documents are considered to be “primary sources”, because of the timeframe in which they were written. To get a grasp on whom, Julius Caesar really was, we need to not only dive into the primary sources, but we need to view his accomplishments. By analyzing his accomplishments, textbook, and the primary sources we can better understand just how Julius Caesar was portrayed during his reign.
Chapter 1: Who is Julius Caesar? Born on July 13 100 BC, Gaius Julius Caesar, said to be delivered with the help of a caesarian section, became one of the most famous figures ever known. He was born out of the womb of Aurelia, daughter of former consul Cotta, and was the son of J. Caesar and therefore part of the Julian family who claimed to have descended from Julus, son of the demigod Aeneas and grandson of the goddess Venus. Caesar was part of a patrician family, a group of the highest class families around in that time, and therefore was a wealthy child and would grow up to be a wealthy man. Very Little is known about Julius Caesar’s father besides the fact that he was active in the military and in politics, meaning he was out most of
Do you know of the legendary famous and powerful Julius Caesar? Before the time of America, there was the Roman Republic, before technology was even invented, during a harsh and cruel time period for the lives of many. Julius Caesar was the man who started the Great Roman Empire. This Empire lasted for more than 300 years.
General, politician, and master of propaganda, Gaius Julius Caesar, better known as Julius Caesar, is closely associated with the fall of the Roman Republic. A man of profound charisma who was well known for his pivotal military campaigns, Caesar was also an author and a shrewd developer of military propaganda . He also became known for expanding the roman republics geographic borders and founding its imperial system. Caesar had battled in numerous wars and took part in the Roman government. The start of his Dictatorship of the Roman Empire, would ultimately be the cause the end of his life. He would later become a large part in the History of Western Civilization. This essay will explore the life of Julius Caesar, his influence on the Roman Republic, government, military, and social practices.
Julius Caesar, a man born in around 12 to 13, 100 BC, was considered the start of a new legacy in the history of Rome. Participating in several wars, becoming dictator after forming multiple military alliances, to being assassinated on the Ides of March, Julius Caesar was a politically-flexible, popular leader of the Roman Empire. (Julius Caesar Biography, April 23, 2014) Although Caesar’s birth was never confirmed on the exact date, he was born and raised by his mother, Aurelia, and by his father, Gaius Julius Caesar. (Julius Caesar: Historical Background, April 23, 2014)
Julius Caesar’s own life and understanding have given history one of the most fascinating biographies historians have ever seen. Caesar’s own biography has been looked upon for thousands of years and has even gained attention from the likes of William Shakespeare, a beloved English poet, and many other writers. Julius Caesar was best known for being one of the greatest leaders of the Roman Empire and played a key role in the formation of the Roman Empire, expanding through conquests across Europe, Asia, and North Africa. He is also infamous for constructing the downfall of the Roman Republic. Unfortunately, though Caesar was shaping to become a legend in the Roman history books, members of the Roman Senate assassinated Caesar during the Ides
Ever wondered what it takes to be a good king or ruler? Julius Caesar is one of the most famous rulers of all time. He was one of Rome’s greatest and most powerful leaders. His changes to the empire helped take Rome to new levels of success. The life of Caesar was short, yet great. It is important to learn about this great man and his many accomplishments.
There have been many famous leaders in Roman history but none could match Julius Caesar[See Figure 1]. Julius Caesar was born on July 13, 100 BC in Rome and died March 15, 44 BC in Rome. Julius Caesar is best known for his military mind and how he laid the framework for the Roman Republic. One of the quotes he is famous for is "I came, I saw, I conquered." Caesar has not just influenced Rome, he also influenced the world too. The Roman Calendar was rigged to help political purposes. Caesar devised a new Calendar called the Julian Calendar to combat that manipulation[See Figure 2]. The Calendar still has an influence in Eastern Orthodox Christian countries such as Russia, Ukraine, Greece and much more. That is only one out of many
The book starts with a foreword that talks about Julius Caesar's conflicting characteristics. In the first half
“The Senate have concluded to give this day a crown to mighty Caesar” (2.2. 98-99). While his statement may be true, he follows this statement up with a string of falsehoods. Decius plants the idea in Caesar’s head that if he were to tell the senate that Caesar was to “hide himself” away from the senate due to Calpurnia’s dreams, there would be no reason for the people not to whisper of the likelihood of him being cowardly (2.2.105). While a possible blow to Caesar’s ego is motivation enough for the political figure, Decius continues his sentiments by further toying with his pride. Decius claims that if he were to tell the senate that Caesar was a no-show, “their minds may change” about the decision to present him with the title as their ruler (2.2.101). He knows Caesar would not refuse the crown. The suggestion of power is too tempting for him to pass up, it is all it takes to lure Caesar to his demise. Caesar’s pride and desire for power renders him unaware, as well as blind to Decius’
On his way to the Capitol one of Caesar?s followers learns of the plot against Caesar and writes a letter to warn him. He waits in the streets for Caesar to pass by. He asks Caesar to read his letter because of its importance, ?Hail, Caesar! Read this schedule? 3.1:3, ?O Caesar read mine first, for mine?s a suit that touches Caesar nearer. Read it, great Caesar? 3.1:6-7. Caesar disregards him, ?What touches us ourselves shall be last serv?d? 3.1:8. Caesar proceeds to the Capitol, upon arrival and after few words spoken Caesar is stabbed to death by the conspirators. This ends the reign of Julius Caesar and starts a war. Caesar established Rome into the society that it is today.