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2 days ago · Gaius Julius Caesar Augustus (born Gaius Octavius; 23 September 63 BC – 19 August AD 14), also known as Octavian (Latin: Octavianus), was the founder of the Roman Empire. He reigned as the first Roman emperor from 27 BC until his death in AD 14.
3 days ago · "Augustus, Roman emperor, 63 BCE–14 CE" published on by Oxford University Press.
Jun 25, 2024 · Caesar Augustus aka Gaius Octavius reign (27 BC-AD 14) Augustus: Introduction to the Life of an Emperor. Augustus, Rome's first emperor, is one of the great figures of world history and one of the most fascinating. In this lively and concise biography Karl Galinsky examines Augustus' life from childhood to deification.
3 days ago · Augustus, born Gaius Octavius, is a name synonymous with the Roman Empire’s golden age. He was the first Roman emperor, a title he skillfully maneuvered into, transforming the Roman Republic into an empire that would last for centuries.
Jun 17, 2024 · Augustus, born Gaius Octavius, was the first Roman Emperor, ruling from 27 BC to 14 AD. His reign marked a pivotal moment in Roman history, ushering in a period of peace and prosperity known as the Pax Romana.
1 day ago · Augustus, born Gaius Octavius, began his journey to power at a young age. His life changed forever when his great-uncle Julius Caesar adopted him as his son. After Caesar’s assassination, young Octavius inherited Caesar’s name, wealth, and supporters. Yet, Rome was teetering on the brink of turmoil, the air thick with rivalry and distrust.
2 days ago · Octavian, born Gaius Octavius, was Julius Caesar’s great-nephew and adopted son. His path to power was marked by strategic alliances, political savvy, and military might. Through a combination of luck, skill, and ruthlessness, he emerged as the sole ruler of the Roman world. Octavian was born into a wealthy family in 63 BC.
