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Augustus
Augustus is considered the first emperor of the Roman Empire, which he ruled alone from 27 BC until his death in 14 AD. Born Gaius Octavius Thurinus, he was adopted posthumously by his great-uncle Gaius Julius Caesar in 44 BC via his last will and testament, and between then and 27 BC was officially named Gaius Julius Caesar. In 27 BC the Senate awarded him the honorific Augustus ("the revered one"), and thus consequently he was Gaius Julius Caesar Augustus.
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What was the significance of Battle of Actium?
It eliminated Marc Anthony and his ally Cleopatra as opponents to Octavian Caesar and put an end to the century-long civil wars of Rome.
Adoptive son and designated heir of Julius Caesar, Octavian gained power, calling himself First Citizen and adopting the title of Augustus (high one), sedulously avoiding any implication of dictator/king which had brought out the knives against Julius Caesar. He ruled the Roman Empire for over 40 years.
Augustus Caesar reformed the army, rebuilt the city of Rome and changed the government of the empire from a republic to a principate. He cultivated the arts and literature of the Golden Age, tried to legislate moral reform and he appointed capable men to the senate, rather than simply wealthy ones.
What hobbies did Augustus have?
Augustus, the first Roman emperor, had several hobbies that reflected his interests and the culture of his time. He enjoyed literature, particularly poetry, and was known to appreciate the works of poets such as Virgil and Horace. Augustus also engaged in physical activities, including hunting and horsemanship, which were popular among the Roman elite. Additionally, he had a keen interest in architecture and urban development, overseeing numerous building projects in Rome.
