Who Was Responsible For Julius Caesar's Downfall

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Despite his mistakes and cunning behavior Julius Caesar should not have been assassinated. As a self-proclaimed dictator Julius did aid Rome in growing more united, larger, and powerful. Julius started as a populare but won consul by creating an alliance with Pompey and Crassus. This lead to many successful military campaigns in Spain and Gaul and earning him fame, wealth, and the loyalty of his soldiers. Later Caesar took over the Roman Government and reorganized the administrated structure of the cities along with take on a role in various building operations. Although his decisions as dictator were not always the wisest, almost nine hundred senate members supported him; enough to prove that he could do something right.

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