Cassius Dio

and equity. For where persons lost their suits by insisting upon more than appeared to be their due, before the judges of private causes, he granted them the indulgence of a second trial.’ Along with his investment in the trials and magistrates, Dio Cassius recorded that ‘he also made a number of laws, most of which I have no need to mention; but here are some regulations that he introduced…he would not permit those chosen by election to express any thanks to him in the senate…he said “These…

Augustus and Caesar: A Comparison Julius Caesar remains one of history’s best generals and propagandists. However, Caesar’s reign came to a quick and brutal end with his assassination. In contrast, Caesar’s inexperienced nephew Augustus would go on to succeed where Caesar failed. Augustus’s rule was long, and inarguably successful. While Augustus’s comparative success might appear to result from historical contingencies, a closer examination reveals that was Augustus was a much shrewder…

From this developed the myth of the sexually promiscuous Cleopatra ad claims of torrid affairs -> Tyldesley – F o Plutarch _ Dio Cassius give a much more balanced interpretation o Guido Reni's: The Death of Cleopatra ( Renaissance , repentant sinner ) Modern sources humanise Cleopatra more Leader Thompson writes there was more to Cleopatra than her promiscuity. Cleo was a charismatic…

One of the sources for the history of the Roman Empire came from one of the Emperor’s himself, Octavian Caesar Augustus, in The Deeds of the Divine Augustus, otherwise known as the Res Gestae. This narrative was written in 14 A.C.E. from Augustus’ point of view, depicting the accomplishments and deeds during his rule from 29 B.C. to A.D. 14. According to A History of the Roman People, it is a “valuable, but highly selective account…in a clear and readable style.” The deeds of Augustus were…

Boudicca was a Celtic female best known as the queen who led a revolt against the Roman empire in the year 60 or 61 CE. Most of what is known about Boudicca was recounted by two Roman historians known as Tacitus and Cassius Dio. While not much is known about her childhood and upbringing, it is generally agreed that she was born of royal descent. She was the wife of Prasutagus, king of the Iceni tribe, who ruled as an ally of the Roman Empire after the Roman conquest that took place in the year…

I decided to choose Livia: First Lady of Imperial Rome for my book review, an MLA citation for this title can be located at the bottom of this review. This book, awarded Outstanding Academic Title for 2003 by Choice Magazine, was written by Anthony A. Barrett, an accomplished writer. Including this book, he has published ten historical volumes, including Caligula: The Corruption of Power, Agrippina: Sex, Power, and Politics in the Early Empire, Aggripina: Mother of Nero, and The Epigrams of…

father-in-law and brother-in-law executed. Sadly his favorite sister Julia Drusilla died of a fever in 38 AD, and he banished his other two sisters Livilla and Agrippina the Younger. In AD 39, a financial crisis materialized according to Greek historian Cassius Dio. This is said to be because of Caligula’s generosity, political payments, and extravagance that caused the state treasury to dry up. Caligula suddenly began fining, killing and falsely accusing citizens just for the purposes of…

monarchy were they either see themselves as descendants of gods, gods themselves or ordained by god. He would be addressed as Julian Jupiter, insinuating that he was related to the god Jupiter, furthering the evidence that he was becoming a king.[ Dio, 4.1-11] This along with the statue set up to Caesar “the unconquered god” in the temple of Quirinus was all the proof the assassins needed convict of going against the ancestral constitution.[ L.R. Taylor, Party Politics in the Age of Caesar,…

Publius Ammius Florus wrote the third account, but he inserts his own opinions. Nonetheless, he does blame Augustus for the loss, so his writings are likely not just propaganda. Cassius Dio, the youngest of the authors, wrote what Lendering claims may be the most accurate description. While not the most exciting writer, Dio took great care to use accurate sources. When looking at the creative license, lack of eye-witness accounts, and potential bias found within the writings available, it…

Boudicca, or Boudica, was a Celtic warrior woman who took a stand against the Roman Empire and won many battles during AD 60-61 (“Boudicca”). Although she did not win the war, she left a great impact on history and the Roman Empire (“Boadicea” Ancient). Boudica took a stand against the Roman Empire by protecting her land, ensuring that her people were safe, and defeating the Romans in multiple battles. Boudica believed that her land should remain her land. Born in AD 30, Boudica was the queen…