Julius Caesar
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Julius Caesar
Julius Caesar was a Roman dictator and statesman who turned the Roman Republic into the powerful Roman Empire. He was known for his military and political successes, including establishing the imperial system and spreading Roman culture throughout the world.
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Veni, vidi, vici. I came, I saw, I conquered.
PersonalDetails
Born:
12 July 100 BC
Died:
15 March 44 BC (aged 55), Theatre of Pompey, Rome Italy (assassinated)
Family:
Gaius Julius Caesar (father), Aurelia (mother)
Spouse:
Cossutia (disputed), Cornelia (84 BC-69 BC), Pompeia (67 BC-61 BC), Calpurnia (59 BC)
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Trade marks
  • He spoke with a high-pitched voice and a commanding tone.
  • His leadership style won him loyalty and admiration.
  • He knew most of his men by name.
Trivia

He found his ransom price too low and insisted a greater amount. After he was freed, he captured his kidnappers and had them executed.

They named him Ptolemy Caesar. The Egyptians referred to him as Caesarion, meaning little Caesar.