The aim of a dictator is to gain complete control over every aspect of a nation or empire, so it is to be expected that this control would extend to their natural and architectural surroundings. Julius Caesar and Adolf Hitler were two such domineering men, with definitive ideas of how their land should appear and function. This essay will explore how two dictators, living thousands of years apart (100-44 BC and 1889-1945, respectively) controlled the design and building of their landscapes. Specific attention will be paid to how each man’s political principles are represented through one iconic symbol of his architectural choices (in this case, the Forum of Julius Caesar in Rome, Italy and the Reichsparteitagsgelände-Nazi party rally grounds-in …show more content…
Caesar believed that in order to take that title away from Alexandria, Rome would have to look the part, and so he directed his efforts towards the public legal buildings. One such building was the Forum Julium (Forum of Julius Caesar) (Figure 1), which was built as an extension of the Forum Romanum, especially the law courts, between 54 and 46 BC and funded by Caesar’s war campaign in Gaul (Boatwright, Gargols, and Talbert 249). Caesar also anticipated using the Forum as a spectacular architectural setting from which he could deliver speeches and regally preside over public ceremonies (Stamper …show more content…
“It is nearly always the Romans, and not the Spartans, to whom Hitler refers when praising military discipline and expertise in the ancient world” (Scobie 22). Both the ancient Romans and the Nazis were steadfast in their conviction of their own superiority and right to conquer and rule all. However, it was not only their political and military superiority that Hitler admired. He also acknowledged the design of their city, whose aqueducts, roads, and countless monuments made Rome’s authority and power known to all of her subjects (Scobie 22). “The Roman Empire never had its like. To have succeeded in completely ruling the world! And no empire has spread its civilization as Rome did” (Hitler
In the Tragedy of Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare, Caesar was a person who would go against his friends not because he hated them, but because he loved his country more. Julius Caesar was a politically adept and popular leader of the Roman Republic who significantly transformed what became know as the Roman Empire by greatly expanding its geographic reach and establishing its imperial system. Caesar later betrayed his country and was stabbed 23 times. Martony volunteered to speak at Caesar's funeral and roused an angry mob with his speech. Brutus and Cassius quickly fled the city. Caesar's nephew Octavius arrived in Rome, where he formed a new triumvirate with Antony and Lepidus. In Greece, Brutus and Cassius with an army declared
On March 15, 44 BCE, Julius Caesar was attacked by a group of conspirators and died within minutes due to multiple stab wounds. Before he was murdered, he was an adored consul of Rome, though some people believed he was gaining too much control and had to be stopped. While there were many conspirators and it is difficult to pin the blame on any specific person, the Casca brothers delivered the fatal blow. Therefore, they are responsible for the death of Julius Caesar.
Emperor Augustus was the most influential emperor in the history of the Roman Empire. He was also the first emperor of the Roman Empire. His real name was Octavian, but he was given the name Augustus when he took over as emperor. From early on in his life, he was an established leader. He began wearing a toga at just age sixteen, which is the Roman sign of manhood. He began to take on the responsibilities associated with his family’s connections. His uncle was Julius Caesar, who was leader of Rome before he became emperor. Octavian fought along his uncle in battle. From early on in his life, Octavian had the qualities of an impressive leader, and he showed these qualities later in his life.
Summary: “Achievement of Julius Caesar in Ancient Rome” by Baivab Ghosh explains how the Roman felt about Caesar and his time in Rome. Julius Caesar became well known in the Roman society whenever he joined forced with Pompey and Crassus to create a Triumvirate. After they had their plan of rule Caesar was appointed 40,000 troops to begin his expeditions. After Julius Caesar lead his soldier through many different countries conquering each one his soldiers came to view him very highly as their leader. Later, Crassus died in war leaving Pompey and Caesar to rule alone. Eventually Caesar and Pompey came to have a civil war with one another which ended with the defeat of Pompey
In order to fully comprehend and absorb Augustus and his era, it is of importance to succinctly appreciate the nature of the Roman crisis and, in particular, the role Julius Caesar played. The Senate was in control of the Republic. They did not have a written constitution, but rather practices agreed upon decisions that were completely grounded on tradition. They contained the parameters of what behaviour was considered more acceptable than the other. Near the end of the second century BC, political and military leaders started to push the boundaries of what was considered acceptable by tradition, and set new ones. The Republic was no longer functioning adequately. Violence and intimidation were at the root of these new behaviours. It would
A group of nobleman have been found responsible for the change in Ancient Rome’s government, from a monarchy to a republic! This group of nobleman took charge, causing an uprising against the king Tarquin the Proud, killing him and, overall, changing the type of government all together. This took place in Ancient Rome, specifically in 509 BCE.
Born to Gaius Julius Marius Caesar and Aurelia Cotta in 13th of Quintilis (July) 100 B.C. was a baby that would change the history of Rome, Gaius Julius Caesar. Julius came from a family that was known to have the blood of both of kings who wield the greatest power amongst men, and the gods who in turn held power, even over Kings. When Julius was fifteen his father died and he became the man of the house, with links with the Populares through his first wife Cornelia and his aunt Julia, who had been married to Marius. With these connections, Julius would be forced to face the harsh realities of Roman politics.
There are two specific men that want to kill Caesar. These two men are very different and here’s why, The two men are Brutus and Cassius. Brutus is a much loved man, while Cassius is not. They also live in Rome. My thesis is that Cassius plans to take out Caesar and he is very fain about tit.
Caesar and Cornelia first meet during their captivity at the shelter. After Dodge's death, Caesar discovers that Cornelia has been taken to Gen-Sys for experimentation and is greatly concerned about her welfare. He, along with his fellow apes, infiltrates Gen-Sys and rescues her and the other incapacitated apes. After the battle on the Golden Gate Bridge, Caesar, Cornelia and the remaining apes became free to begin their new lives in the wild. Over time, Caesar and Cornelia grew close and became mates, and beget two sons, Blue Eyes and Cornelius. During Caesar's rise to power, Cornelia
While in his rein he implemented many incentives to build his army and to keep their loyalty. He first began to pay his soldier, and doing this gave a reason to want to be a part of his army. Then to gain respect and popularity within his city he began build up the city itself to make it more beautiful. He also passed laws to help stabilize marriages, and did things to make his people want have families. Doing this he raised the population tremendously, and the result only benefited him and his power. He was so serious about the laws he passed regarding marriage, he banished his own daughter for committing adultery. Before Augustus’ rein, Julius ran a wrecked ship when it came to politics. So when Augustus stepped into his role he saw the need to restore and gain a foundation. Throughout his time as ruler he knew it was crucial to keep the respect of his people and to keep intimidation in all of the close by rival rulers. He continued his rule continuing to concur land each and every chance he
For about 244 years, Rome was governed by a monarchy. Over the 244 year span, their were seven kings to rule the kingdom, in chronological order: Romulus, Numa Pompilius, Tullus Hostilius, Ancus Marcius, Tarquinius Priscus, Servius Tulles, and Tarquinius Superbus. Tarquinius Superbus was abolished from the throne in 509 B.C.E., and Rome became an oligarchic republic.
Ambition is a word that has different meanings to different people. Ambition can have a positive or a negative conation. Ambition can be positive or negative because of the motives behind the ambition. Ambition is setting a goal and trying to reach that goal. The reason behind the goal will tell a person if the ambition is really sincere or if it is just better for that person.
In 65bc, because of Crassus’s help, Caesar was elected curule aedile--- which is the caretaker of Rome’s buildings, streets and public sanitation. This job was also used to entertain the Romans. He was in charge of the public events such as the Gladiator events and anything else similar to that. Many of these took place in the coliseum. Caesar had the best games that Rome had ever seen. He was becoming a celebrity in Rome.
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.
Tacitus’ Germania, written roughly at the end of the first century AD, serves as an ethnography of the Germanic tribes and aims to provide concrete analysis of the fundamental aspects of barbaric society. However, historians often note the significant difficulties with the work particularly when observing the source of Tacitus’ information on the Germanic tribes. Additionally, stemming from the uncertain origin of Tacitus’ knowledge of barbaric society surfaces various tensions naturally produced by the structure of the work. Of specific interest lies the notion of Roman stereotypes of the Germanic tribes. The Germania presents the reader with a type of rhetorical puzzle whereby a fine line exists between Tacitus’ beliefs regarding the Germanic tribes, and his intent for writing the work. Although Tacitus seems to ultimately sympathize with the morality and courage of the barbarians, the Germania, in an effort to appeal to his Roman audience, subtly references Roman stereotypes regarding the need for Roman expansion into the barbaric territory.