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May 4, 2018 · Augustus Caesar (27 BCE - 14 CE) was the name of the first and, by most accounts, greatest Roman emperor. Augustus was born Gaius Octavius Thurinus on 23 September 63 BCE. Octavian was adopted by his great-uncle Julius Caesar in 44 BCE, and then took the name Gaius Julius Caesar.
- Joshua J. Mark
Nov 9, 2009 · Augustus consolidated power after the death of Julius Caesar to become the first Roman emperor and expand the reach of an empire that lasted nearly 1,500 years.
Jan 23, 2024 · Augustus (r. 27 BCE to 14 CE), as the adopted son and heir of Julius Caesar (100-44 BCE), brought an end to the Roman Republic, and on 16 January 27 BCE, by Senatorial decree, he became the first Roman emperor. However, he would not be addressed as a king, but as a princeps, the first citizen.
- Donald L. Wasson
Augustus owed a great deal to his family and friends, who were instrumental in achieving what could be described as world conquest; his influence beyond the boundaries of the empire was also extended via the support of “friendly kings” such as Herod of Judaea and Juba of Mauretania.
Augustus Prew (born 17 September 1987) is an English film and television actor. He is known for his roles in the films About a Boy (2002), The Secret of Moonacre (2008), Charlie St. Cloud (2010), The Borgias (2011), Kick-Ass 2 (2013), and in the miniseries Klondike (2014).
2 days ago · Augustus - Roman Emperor, Reformer, Builder: Augustus was one of the great administrative geniuses of history. The gigantic work of reorganization that he carried out in every field of Roman life and throughout the entire empire not only transformed the decaying republic into a new, monarchic regime with many centuries of life ahead of it but ...
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In the grand tapestry of ancient Rome's history, one name stands out as a pivotal figure who played a transformative role in shaping the destiny of an empire. That name is Augustus, the first Roman Emperor, whose reign marked the beginning of a remarkable era known as the Pax Romana or Roman Peace. In this article, we delve into the life and ...