Explore the factors behind Cleopatra's decision to commit suicide and how her death was portrayed in Roman sources. Octavian's arrival in Alexandria, the meeting between Octavian and Cleopatra, and the debate surrounding Cleopatra's method of suicide are discussed, providing insights into the histor

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Explore differing views on the Battle of Actium in 31 BC through ancient sources like Plutarch, Velleius Paterculus, and Virgil. Uncover biases, motivations, and accuracies in their accounts to understand the complexities of this historical event and the roles of key figures such as Mark Anthony and

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In the tumultuous period of Roman history from the rise of Pompey to the reign of Augustus, we witness pivotal events such as the Alliance of the First Triumvirate, the civil war between Pompey and Julius Caesar, Caesar's assassination, the rise of Octavian, and the establishment of the Second Trium

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Explore the betrayal and assassination of Julius Caesar on the Ides of March, including the motivations of the conspirators, the murder plot, and the aftermath with Mark Antony and Octavian seeking revenge. Witness the internal struggles of Brutus, Cassius, and Decimus as they conspire against Caesa

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