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What significant event occurred after Pompey's personal ties to Caesar were severed?
What significant event occurred after Pompey's personal ties to Caesar were severed?
- Caesar was defeated in battle.
- Pompey and Caesar joined forces with Crassus.
- The triumvirate was formally dissolved. (correct)
- Caesar became consul with Pompey's support.
What challenge did Caesar face following the death of Crassus?
What challenge did Caesar face following the death of Crassus?
- Political isolation with no allies. (correct)
- Loss of military support in Gaul.
- The immediate acceptance of the Senate's demands.
- An uprising in Cisalpine Gaul.
What was the outcome of the unrest in Rome by 52 BCE?
What was the outcome of the unrest in Rome by 52 BCE?
- Pompey successfully quelled the riots.
- The Senate unified in support of Caesar.
- Rome was divided between supporters of Pompey and Caesar. (correct)
- Civil war was avoided through negotiation.
What action did Caesar consider in response to Pompey's directives?
What action did Caesar consider in response to Pompey's directives?
What was the significance of Caesar crossing the Rubicon River?
What was the significance of Caesar crossing the Rubicon River?
What was the Senate's main condition for granting Julius Caesar the power to take Gaul's army?
What was the Senate's main condition for granting Julius Caesar the power to take Gaul's army?
What was Julius Caesar's intention regarding the Germanic war-leader, Ariovistus?
What was Julius Caesar's intention regarding the Germanic war-leader, Ariovistus?
Which of the following statements describes how the Romans viewed the Germanic tribes?
Which of the following statements describes how the Romans viewed the Germanic tribes?
What strategic advantage did Caesar seek to exploit against Ariovistus?
What strategic advantage did Caesar seek to exploit against Ariovistus?
What was the outcome of the battle between Caesar's forces and Ariovistus?
What was the outcome of the battle between Caesar's forces and Ariovistus?
How did the Senate react to Caesar's actions during his Gallic campaigns?
How did the Senate react to Caesar's actions during his Gallic campaigns?
What happened in Rome during the elections in 55 BCE concerning Caesar and his allies?
What happened in Rome during the elections in 55 BCE concerning Caesar and his allies?
What significant event occurred in 54 CE that impacted both Caesar and Pompey?
What significant event occurred in 54 CE that impacted both Caesar and Pompey?
What was one of Julius Caesar's main objectives in obtaining the consulship of Rome?
What was one of Julius Caesar's main objectives in obtaining the consulship of Rome?
What major challenge did Caesar face from the Helvetii tribe?
What major challenge did Caesar face from the Helvetii tribe?
What strategic action did Caesar undertake against the Helvetii migrants?
What strategic action did Caesar undertake against the Helvetii migrants?
How did the Senate respond to Caesar's military actions in Gaul?
How did the Senate respond to Caesar's military actions in Gaul?
What happened to the governorship of Transalpine Gaul in 58 BCE?
What happened to the governorship of Transalpine Gaul in 58 BCE?
What was Caesar's financial situation at the time he became governor of Cisalpine Gaul?
What was Caesar's financial situation at the time he became governor of Cisalpine Gaul?
What was the consequence of Caesar's military actions against the Helvetii?
What was the consequence of Caesar's military actions against the Helvetii?
What was Caesar's relationship with Pompey during this time?
What was Caesar's relationship with Pompey during this time?
Flashcards
Caesar's Objective for Consul
Caesar's Objective for Consul
Caesar desired the governorship of Gaul for its potential wealth and resources, a coveted position for Roman consuls.
Gaul's Extent
Gaul's Extent
Gaul, centered in modern France, stretched from Celtic Britain to northern Italy, encompassing a large area.
Roman Influence on Gaul
Roman Influence on Gaul
Some regions of Gaul came under Roman control with cultural impact diminishing. Resources were sought
Caesar's Cisalpine Gaul appointment
Caesar's Cisalpine Gaul appointment
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Transalpine Gaul governorship
Transalpine Gaul governorship
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Caesar's Response to Helvetii Migrants
Caesar's Response to Helvetii Migrants
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Senate's Response to Caesar's Actions
Senate's Response to Caesar's Actions
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Political Alliance with Pompey
Political Alliance with Pompey
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What ended the First Triumvirate?
What ended the First Triumvirate?
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What caused the rivalry between Caesar and Pompey?
What caused the rivalry between Caesar and Pompey?
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What was the Rubicon River?
What was the Rubicon River?
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Why did Caesar cross the Rubicon?
Why did Caesar cross the Rubicon?
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What did the Roman Senate demand of Caesar?
What did the Roman Senate demand of Caesar?
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Caesar's Gallic Wars
Caesar's Gallic Wars
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Ariovistus
Ariovistus
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Roman Senate's concerns
Roman Senate's concerns
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Caesar's ambition
Caesar's ambition
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Political maneuvering
Political maneuvering
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Julia's death
Julia's death
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Crassus' and Pompey's Roles
Crassus' and Pompey's Roles
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Expansion of Roman Borders
Expansion of Roman Borders
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Study Notes
Julius Caesar's Objectives and Actions
- Caesar's primary goal in seeking the consulship of Rome was to gain governorship of Gaul. This was a common practice for Roman consuls.
- Gaul, a Celtic civilization, was considered the most lucrative province of the Republic due to its potential wealth and resources.
- Gaul stretched from modern Britain to northern Italy, encompassing significant territory beyond established Roman borders.
- The region's native culture and language were significantly diminished by Roman rule in its lower regions.
- Julius Caesar intended to bring all of Gaul under his control, including the Celtic areas.
Caesar's Early Career in Gaul
- Caesar was appointed governor of Cisalpine Gaul in 58 BCE, a position he eagerly took given his significant debts.
- The death of the governor of Transalpine Gaul in the same year led to that province also being under his command.
- Caesar immediately started organizing countermeasures against migrating Helvetii Celts.
- A 29-kilometer wall was built along the Rhone River to deter migrations.
- Caesar used the Helvetian threat as justification to take actions without explicit Senate approval.
- Caesar's forces repelled the Helvetii, pushing them out of the region.
Opposition to Caesar's Actions
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Many Roman senators opposed Caesar's actions, believing that they were unnecessary and a waste of resources.
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Caesar's reputation was undermined by some senators
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Concerns grew about Caesar becoming too powerful.
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Pompey, Caesar's former ally and political rival, was also a target of accusations regarding Caesar's actions.
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The death of Julia Caesar, the daughter of Pompey, and his wife, ended his political ties with Pompey.
Caesar's Ambitions
- Despite his initial role as a governor, Caesar had the ambition to expand Roman territory and influence, and was determined to conquer new lands.
- Caesar was aware that his activities in Gaul extended his influence beyond the boundaries of the Republic.
- He sought to expand in territories beyond Rome's borders.
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