Birthday: September 23, 63 BC (Libra)
Born In: Rome, Italy
Birthday: September 23, 63 BC (Libra)
Born In: Rome, Italy
Augustus, also called Octavian, adopted name Gaius Julius Caesar Octavianus, was the founder of the Roman Empire and its first Emperor. He first gained prominence after delivering the funeral speech for his grandmother Julia as a young boy and some years later, he was elected to the College of Pontiffs. While studying and undergoing his military training in Illyria, he heard of his maternal great-uncle Julius Caesar's assassination. Caesar had no legitimate heir under the Roman law and hence had named Octavian as his adopted son and heir, who gladly accepted the will and travelled to Italia to claim his inheritance. But he soon realized that the road to inheritance wasn't that simple as Mark Antony, Caesar's old ally and friend had taken hold of Caesar’s assets and the papers. After several political alignments, wars and treaties he finally received his due. During his reign, the Roman Empire attained Pax Romana (an era of relative peace), a new taxation system, road networks, courier system, the Praetorian Guard and official police and fire-fighting services. He led successful conquests of Egypt, Dalmatia, Pannonia, Norcium, and Hispania, and made all the neighboring states his client states. One of his biggest achievements was making peace with the Parthian Empire through diplomacy
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Also Known As: Imperator Caesar Divi Filius Augustus
Died At Age: 76
Spouse/Ex-: Livia (m. 38 BC–14 AD), Clodia Pulchra (m. 42 BC–40 BC), Livia (m. 38 BC–14 AD), Scribonia (m. 40 BC–38 BC)
father: Julius Caesar
mother: Atia Balba Caesonia
siblings: Octavia the Elder, Octavia the Younger
children: Agrippa Postumus, Gaius Caesar, Julia the Elder, Lucius Caesar, Tiberius
Born Country: Roman Empire
Emperors & Kings Ancient Roman Men
Died on: August 19, 14
place of death: Nola, Italy
Founder/Co-Founder: Praetorian Guard, Vigiles
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Augustus, also known as Octavian, played a crucial role in the transition of the Roman Republic to the Roman Empire by establishing himself as the first Emperor of Rome after defeating Mark Antony and Cleopatra in the Battle of Actium in 31 BC.
During his reign, Augustus implemented various reforms, such as creating a standing army, establishing a stable government system, initiating a period of peace known as the Pax Romana, and promoting arts and literature, which contributed to the Golden Age of Latin literature.
Augustus significantly expanded the Roman Empire through military conquests and diplomatic strategies. He incorporated new territories, such as Egypt, into the empire, established defensive borders, and promoted Roman culture and infrastructure throughout the provinces.
By adopting the title of "Princeps," meaning "first citizen" or "leading citizen," Augustus sought to present himself as a traditional Roman statesman rather than a monarch. This title helped him maintain control while preserving the appearance of the Roman Republic.
Augustus implemented various reforms to strengthen the political and social structure of Rome, including creating a system of imperial succession, restoring traditional Roman values, promoting family values and morality, and establishing a new constitution that centralized power in his hands.
Augustus was known for his love of astrology and believed in the power of interpreting the stars to guide his decisions.
He was a prolific writer and poet, composing several works in his lifetime that showcased his creative side.
Augustus had a great appreciation for art and culture, and he actively promoted the arts during his reign, leading to a flourishing of creativity in Rome.
Despite his reputation as a powerful ruler, Augustus had a soft spot for animals and was known to keep a variety of pets, including dogs and birds.
Augustus was a skilled administrator and implemented many reforms that improved the governance and stability of the Roman Empire, earning him the title of the first Roman Emperor.
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