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Cleopatra VII and Marc Antony sought to solidify their power and influence through control of Rome, as it represented the heart of the Roman Empire and the center of political authority. Antony aimed to strengthen his position against rival leaders, particularly Octavian, while Cleopatra sought to secure her dynasty and ensure Egypt's prominence. Their alliance was driven by mutual interest in expanding their territories and consolidating power, ultimately leading to a bid for dominance over the Mediterranean world. However, their ambitions ultimately resulted in conflict with Rome, culminating in their defeat at the Battle of Actium.
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Was Cleopatra last husbend make her succusful?
No, Cleopatra's last "husband" if you want to call him that, was the one who helped to bring her down and lose the country. Her last so-called husband was Marc Antony and by forming a political alliance with him, Cleopatra tried to fight Rome itself and she lost, big time.
What does Brutus say about killing Marc Antony?
It is unnecessary He doesnt want to kill Marc Antony because he doesnt want it to seem as if these conspirators wanted to just kill these political leaders. Brutus believed that it was only necessary to kill Caesar. The reason for that is Brutus thought Rome should remain a republic.
Why did octavious want to defeat Cleopatra?
Octavian had both political and personal reasons to defeat Cleopatra. As far as the political reasons, Cleopatra was the enemy; Rome had declared war against her and put him at the head of the Roman army, so she had to be defeated. On personal issues, Octavian's sister had been married to Antony. Cleopatra seduced Antony away from his sister and their children. The insult to the family honor had to be avenged.
Did Cicero want to give power to the senate or Marc Antony?
Cicero was a firm republican. Marc Antony was a populist. They were bitter enemies. There was no way that Cicero would consider giving Marc Antony any power whatsoever.
Why was Rome a threat to Egypt during Cleopatra's reign?
because Cleopatra was with mark and they didn't want mark ruler of rome to give the government to Cleopatra
What did Cleopatra do to Marc Antony to make him want to kill himself?
He thought she was dead.
Why did Octavian want to kill Antony?
Octavian did not necessarily want to kill Marc Antony. He wanted to wage war against him because the two men were locked into a fight over who would become the sole ruler of Rome and her territories. He did not want to be seen as wanting war with Marc Antony. Therefore, he declared war on Cleopatra VII of Egypt, Marc Antony's lover and ally, knowing that Antony would join the war to defend her.
What was Cleopatra and Octavian relation to each other?
No, Cleopatra was the lover of Julius Caesar and then of Mark Antony. When Octavian wanted war against Marc Antony, he declared was on his ally, Cleopatra, knowing that Marc Antony would fight to defend her.
Was Cleopatra last husbend make her succusful?
No, Cleopatra's last "husband" if you want to call him that, was the one who helped to bring her down and lose the country. Her last so-called husband was Marc Antony and by forming a political alliance with him, Cleopatra tried to fight Rome itself and she lost, big time.
Was Cleopatra mark Antony first wife?
No. Cleopatra was Marc Antony's 5th wife if you want to believe that their "marriage" was something more than a political alliance. His wives were: 1) Fadia, 2) Antonia, 3) Fulvia,4) Octavia, and then 5) Cleopatra.
What do people admire about Cleopatra?
If by admirers, you mean lover/husband, that would be Marc Antony and Caesar. If you mean something else, you need to specify what you want.
Why does Antony and Octavius want so many people killed?
Octavian did not necessarily want to kill Marc Antony. He wanted to wage war against him because the two men were locked into a fight over who would become the sole ruler of Rome and her territories. He did not want to be seen as wanting war with Marc Antony. Therefore, he declared war on Cleopatra VII of Egypt, Marc Antony's lover and ally, knowing that Antony would join the war to defend her.
What does Brutus say about killing Marc Antony?
It is unnecessary He doesnt want to kill Marc Antony because he doesnt want it to seem as if these conspirators wanted to just kill these political leaders. Brutus believed that it was only necessary to kill Caesar. The reason for that is Brutus thought Rome should remain a republic.
Why did octavious want to defeat Cleopatra?
Octavian had both political and personal reasons to defeat Cleopatra. As far as the political reasons, Cleopatra was the enemy; Rome had declared war against her and put him at the head of the Roman army, so she had to be defeated. On personal issues, Octavian's sister had been married to Antony. Cleopatra seduced Antony away from his sister and their children. The insult to the family honor had to be avenged.
Did Cicero want to give power to the senate or Marc Antony?
Cicero was a firm republican. Marc Antony was a populist. They were bitter enemies. There was no way that Cicero would consider giving Marc Antony any power whatsoever.
Why was Rome a threat to Egypt during Cleopatra's reign?
because Cleopatra was with mark and they didn't want mark ruler of rome to give the government to Cleopatra
Whom did Cicero want Romans to give power to?
Marc Antony.
