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Who was Augustus's grandnephew and adopted father?
At what age did Octavian form the Second Triumvirate?
When did Augustus defeat Brutus and Cassius at the Battle of Philippi?
At what age did Augustus take the title Augustus?
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How long did Augustus reign?
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Study Notes
Early Life and Reign
- Augustus was born on September 23, 63 BCE, as Gaius Octavius Thurinus
- He was the grandnephew and adopted son of Julius Caesar
- After Caesar's assassination in 44 BCE, Octavian (later Augustus) became one of the leaders of Caesar's faction
Age at Key Events
- 18 years old: Octavian formed the Second Triumvirate with Mark Antony and Marcus Lepidus (43 BCE)
- 21 years old: Defeated Brutus and Cassius at the Battle of Philippi (42 BCE)
- 28 years old: Defeated Mark Antony at the Battle of Actium, becoming the sole ruler of Rome (31 BCE)
- 36 years old: Took the title Augustus, marking the beginning of the Principate (27 BCE)
- 75 years old: Died on August 19, 14 CE, after a reign of 41 years
Early Life and Reign
- Born Gaius Octavius Thurinus on September 23, 63 BCE.
- Grandnephew and adopted son of Julius Caesar, a pivotal figure in Roman history.
- Became a key leader of Caesar’s faction following his assassination in 44 BCE, which led to a power struggle in Rome.
Age at Key Events
- At 18, formed the Second Triumvirate in 43 BCE alongside Mark Antony and Marcus Lepidus to consolidate power against enemies of Julius Caesar.
- At 21, achieved a significant military victory by defeating Brutus and Cassius at the Battle of Philippi in 42 BCE, consolidating control over Roman territories.
- At 28, triumphed over Mark Antony at the Battle of Actium in 31 BCE, resulting in his ascension as the sole ruler of Rome.
- At 36, took the title Augustus in 27 BCE, signifying the start of the Principate, a new phase in Roman governance characterized by imperial authority.
- Died at the age of 75 on August 19, 14 CE, after a notable reign of 41 years, shaping the future of Rome.
Early Life and Reign
- Born Gaius Octavius Thurinus on September 23, 63 BCE.
- Grandnephew and adopted son of Julius Caesar.
- Became a leader of Caesar's faction following Caesar's assassination in 44 BCE.
Age at Key Events
- Formed the Second Triumvirate with Mark Antony and Marcus Lepidus at age 18 (43 BCE).
- At 21, achieved victory over Brutus and Cassius in the Battle of Philippi (42 BCE).
- Became the sole ruler of Rome after defeating Mark Antony at the Battle of Actium at age 28 (31 BCE).
- Took the title Augustus at age 36, marking the start of the Principate (27 BCE).
- Died at age 75 on August 19, 14 CE, after a 41-year reign.
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This quiz covers the early life and reign of Augustus Caesar, including his birth, adoption by Julius Caesar, and rise to power in Ancient Rome.
