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2 Mapping the Expansion of the Roman Empire
Cypress Ranch High School World History

3 The Final Years of the Roman Republic: Julius Caesar
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4 Julius Caesar Caesar was afraid that if he did, he would be killed.
Caesar's success in Gaul made Roman Senators fear that Caesar was becoming  too powerful.    The Senate ordered Caesar to return to Rome without his army. Caesar was afraid that if he did, he would be killed. Instead, Caesar and his army crossed the Rubicon River, which divided Northern Italy from the rest of Italy and marched to the city of Rome.

5 Julius Caesar Murder of Caesar Killed by senatorial opponents Fear
growing power as Dictator turned into fear that he would become emperor. Killed Ides of March March 15, 44 B.C.E Stabbed by 20 senators

6 Many Roman citizens were angry about Caesar's murder
Many Roman citizens were angry about Caesar's murder. The Roman people liked Julius Caesar Government He made public works programs to employ the jobless Taxes. He Lowered taxes for all Roman citizens. Land He won new territory securing land for Romans Conquest He gave Roman people the land to farm. Growth He had new temples and public buildings built . Citizens He allowed more people to become Roman citizens .

7 Final Years of the Roman Republic
Rome’s conquests caused changes in economy & government Small farms replaced by small estates Farmers forced to move to the cities Growing gap between rich and poor Attempts were made to improve conditions and several generals fight for power Julius Caesar seized power Caesar expands the boundaries of the empire Later assassinated by those who opposed his dictatorship CAESAR’S RULE IS THE END OF THE ROMAN REPUBLIC

8 Imperial Rome: After Caesar’s & Cleopatra’s Deaths

9 Imperial Rome: After Caesar’s & Cleopatra’s Deaths
Triumvirate takes power Civil War breaks out between Marc Antony & Octavian. Octavian wins Octavian becomes absolute ruler – takes the title Augustus (honored) Expansion of Rome ends Time of “Pax Romana” begins– peace & unity

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