Cicero

Some consider Marcus Brutus a “tragic hero,” but is he really? In William Shakespeare's intense theatrical work of The Tragedy of Julius Caesar, there are divergent views about the portrayal of Marcus Brutus. Throughout the play he consistently declares himself as a man with the utmost sense of honor, but is often found engaging in multiple activities that question this personal attribute. It is clearly seen in the plot of the story that Brutus is more of a villain than a hero by analyzing…

In 458 BCE the city of Rome was under attack from multiple different directions by the Sabines and Aequi armies. The senate assembled two separate armies commanded by Roman consuls Nauticus and Minucius. Nauticus led his army to many great victories, however Minucius did not. Minucius and his men were surrounded by Aequi armies because of Minucius lack of courage to attack when necessary. Five brave soldiers broke through the Aequi blockade to deliver word to Rome and request reinforcements. The…

Comparing Gaius Julius Caesar and Abraham Lincoln is not very hard. These men undeniably carved history to this day. Both men were yes different because what two people are the same? But they were very much alike as well; both ran countries at some point, and both men are still admired now. You can't compare these two without talking about both deaths; both were assassinated. Gaius Julius Caesar known as Julius Caesar was known for being a Roman dictator. He was born July 30th 100 BC, in…

B.) Southwest and Southeast Asia, parts of sub-Saharan Africa, Mesoamerica, the Andes, China, New Guinea, and eastern North America were all places that were in the Fertile Crescent. The Fertile Crescent is one of the first places in the world that encountered all of the effects of the Agricultural Revolution. It is known for its abundance of wild plants and and different species of animals, being a great place of hunting and gathering for survival. C.) Norte Chico is a string of about 25 urban…

My friends, we all know why we’re gathered here today. We all know of the man, an honorable man, who fell. However, might I just ask why we gather here, today, in our pain? Why must we suffer so, and shed our tears over this man when our great leaders, our brave generals, feared what this man might do? Perhaps they thought him a villain, and this villainous man should be punished for sharing his coin, giving his land, and expanding this great territory of Rome. Caesar, a cruel man indeed……

I am zealous and extremely eager when it comes to the field of history. There is many different ways I can use my knowledge of history I could mentor kids interested the field, or teach them about history so they carry on my love of history that alone is an the reason or the incentive for me, not money in the slightest. People that do things for the money irate me and I loathe them. History is a great field for me to go into because and can transcend to the top because I truly excel here.…

Augustus was born in the early morning on the twenty-third of September 63BCE. His family was a wealthy equestrian family and his father, Gaius Octavius, was a senator, but he only lived until Augustus was 4, when he died on the way home from Macedonia. At 16, Augustus donned the toga of manhood, and he began to take on the responsibilities of a man, and he was honored with military reward from his uncle, Caesar, despite his never having fought any battles because of his youth. Soon after,…

In shakespears play julius caeser is killed becase the people are scared if he gets to much power he will become evil. So the conspirators stab him many times until he dies. Then brutus the knew ruler of them tells a speech to get everyone on his side and tell everyone why he did it. Then antony younger male who never really says much says a speech too. He is not alowed to say anything bad about the conspirators but he fortifies them and tries to get everyone against the conspirators.…

To be noble, to be a person with exceptional character and high morals, this describes the representation of Antony in the play, The Tragedy of Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare. Julius Caesar is the leader of Rome who is adored and favored by its citizens. Although he is loved, there are some who feel that his power is gaining too fast and he is increasing in popularity so much so that Caesar may turn Rome into a monarchy. These people begin to feel mistrustful in his power and decide to…

Yes, I personally believe that under the correct circumstances and if it is in the best interest of the state in which the leader is ruling, and if they are causing massive damage that would be unstoppable otherwise it is ok to rid of them. However if there is a better way to take their power from them that is the route that should be taken. There are examples throughout history where rulers have been killed in unnecessary circumstances, and some where it was probably for the better. In…