Monumentum The Deeds of Augustus is a crucial historical document written by the Emperor of Rome Augustus himself. This monumental work details Augustus' achievements, policies, and military campaigns during his reign, providing a firsthand account of the transformation of Rome from a republic to an empire. Written in a clear and concise style, the book serves as a primary source for understanding the political and social landscape of ancient Rome. Augustus' literary style is authoritative and grandiose, reflecting his position as the ruler of an expansive empire. The inclusion of inscriptions from the Temple of Augustus in Ancyra adds to the authenticity and importance of the text. Augustus intended for this work to serve as a record of his accomplishments and solidify his legacy as the first Roman Emperor. The Monumentum Ancyranum stands as a testament to Augustus' reign and the impact he had on Roman history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient Rome or the life of Augustus. This book offers valuable insights into the mind of one of the most influential figures in Roman history.
Gaius Octavius, born grandnephew of Gaius Julius Caesar, after whose assassination in 44 BC took the name Gaius Julius Caesar Octavianus, to whom English texts often referred simply as Octavian, defeated Mark Antony and Cleopatra in 31 BC, subsequently gained control over extensive territories of Rome, and reigned from 27 BC as its first emperor, given the honorary title Augustus.
The power struggle with Antony and Augustus at the battle of Philippi defeated Marcus Junius Brutus.
Marcus Aemilius Lepidus joined as a member of the triumvirate with Augustus and Antony from 43 BC to 36 BC.
Augustus founded Augsburg (now in Germany) as a Roman garrison circa 14 BC.
An Augustan relates to reign of Augustus, considered as a time of great prosperity in the Roman Empire and great refinement in Latin literature.
After Augustus, people named August, the eighth month of the year in the calendar.
Also named: - Gaius Octavius Thurinus - Octavius, Gaius Julius Caesar Octavianus - Gaius Julius Caesar Divi Filius - Imperator Caesar Divi Filius - Imperator Caesar Divi Filius Augustus
He, the founder, thus laid the foundations of a regime that lasted for nearly fifteen centuries until the fall of Constantinople in 1453.