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Augustus wanted to become an absolute ruler, which would mean the end of the Roman Republic as this made him an emperor. The aim of the establishment of the Republic several centuries earlier was to prevent any man for concentrating power in his hands to prevent the return of tyranny. The republic was established when the Romans rebelled against the last king of Rome (Tarquinius Superbus) who was a tyrant. The Romans decided to do away with the monarchy for the mentioned purpose. Augustus learnt from the mistake of Julius Caesar, who was assassinated because he gave the impression what he wanted to become a king. Augustus knew that he had to be very careful if he wanted to achieve personal power and avoid Caesar's fate.

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