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The End of the Republic Entry # 9

Objective Describe the reasons for the end of the Republic

The Roman Republic at the death of Julius Caesar in 44 BCE The Roman Republic at the death of Julius Caesar in 44 BCE. Predict what problems you might see in governing all this land.

Reasons for the decline of the Republic Roman consuls fight for power Civil wars between leaders Pompey vs Caesar vs. Marcus Crassus (1st Triumvirate) Republic too big…provinces tough to control Governors seek power too Not enough military to control everything Border trouble with Barbarian tribes

Rome after the Caesar General Marcus Antonius (Mark Antony) became new leader Creation of the triumvirate or group of three rulers who share power Mark Antony (friend of Caesar) Lepidus Octavian (adopted nephew of Caesar)

Power Plays-The Triumvirate breaks down Lepidus tries to grab power Antony/Octavian defeat Caesar’s enemies in Senate and Lepidus Relationship between Octavian and Antony break down…fight for complete control of Rome

The Battle for Egypt Caesar conquered Egypt, forcing an alliance with Queen Cleopatra Antony makes alliances with Cleopatra Battle of Actium 31 BCE Octavian defeats Antony/Cleopatra, both die days later Octavian only one standing

Battle of Actium 2 September, 31 BCE Octavian wins decisive battle to take control of Rome

The Birth of an Empire In 27 BCE, Octavian is given the title of “Augustus Caesar”…1st Roman Emperor

Questions Name one reason why the Republic fell and the Empire was created