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Greek who lived from 46 AD to 120 AD wrote about many great Roman men. He was known for being a historian and biographer with a unique style of writing. Plutarch believed that history was propelled by the victories of great men. Plutarch believed that great men shaped the future of other individuals and the state. He was a historian in his own sense, being that he was more interested in showing the valor and tenacity of great romans such as Caesar, Marcellus, and Cato the elder, then just…

Mysterious murders left unsolved but not for long take a look at the evidence. Soon you’ll see just how the mysteries unravel when the right piece comes. It is 44 B.C., and Julius Caesar was becoming more powerful than ever with the poor. However, the senates and a few others were not pleased and saw this as a threat for he may become king. Everything was on low key for his enemies plans but many allies caught on and tried to warn Caesar unfortunately his downfall came. The people…

Joining the Conspiracy Joe Biden once said, “ Fighting corruption is not just good governance. It’s self-defense. It’s patriotism.” It is the duty of the people to fight corruption and overthrow tyrants. I believe Brutus was right by joining the conspiracy. He states many reasons why joining the conspiracy is important and necessary. The first reason is that he wants to prevent Caesar from gaining too much power. Second, Brutus wants what is best for the people of Rome. Lastly, he wants…

Creon is a complex character who seems to have more reasons to order his decrees than what one would normally notice. For instance, Creon made two decrees. One to not bury Polyneices and to bury Eteocles, the other to sentence anyone who attempts to or buries Polyneices be put to death, which ended up being Antigone. Creon’s first decree, to not bury Polyneices and to bury Eteocles, was influenced greatly by Greek culture. The Greeks believed that treason was one of the worst things someone…

The Aztec worldview consisted of them believing they were the center of the universe. They had established one of the greatest civilization in the thirteenth century . As well as developing some of the most innovative artwork and temples around the world. For example Templo Mayor which shows some of the artwork that they had created centuries ago . They were crafty individuals in many areas such as stonework,pottery,scribes, and feather clothing. Many of their artworks are still displayed in…

Firstly, the bed of Odysseus and Penelope represents more than their marriage; it stands for the spirit in which Odysseus ruled Ithaca. A prominent leader will have a unique way of ruling, which enraptures their entire kingdom. There’s a sense of individuality that every king impresses on his people. This is the same for Odysseus. Such as he built his bed, he’s built the kingdom of Ithaca, and has left his personal mark on it. Odysseus is the king, but his true role is far greater than that.…

Joseph Willis 3/6/16 HUM-111 Professor Stayer The first emperor of China was Shihuangdi, whose name means just that First Emperor. He became emperor in 221 BC, and promoted himself as the emperor. Shihuangdi was a cruel leader who did not like when people did not follow what he wanted. He easily killed those who did not agree with things that he wanted or agree with his ideas. He did not approve of the people talking about anything from the past and got rid of all things that even…

200 years of Roman peace and prosperity. During this time, the Empire successfully conquered much territory, and new ideas emerged. The fall of the Roman Empire was caused by three major faults. First, the Roman Empire had several societal problems with religion and values/traditions. Next, the economy completely collapsed because of lack of money and high rates of unemployment. Finally, the Empire suffered from several issues with the military and invasions. Part of why the Roman Empire fell…

is another trait valued by Roman society. In describing Caesar, Plutarch says “his expedition into Britain was the most famous testimony of his courage. For he was the first who brought a navy into the western ocean, or who sailed into the Atlantic with an army to make war” (Lives). Caesar was an Emperor who expanded the Roman Empire and followed the Roman tradition of military conquest. His courageous military feats were different from the relative inactivity of the Roman rulers during…

The text begins with the death of Augustus followed by Tiberius’s reign, a period of Roman Republic. The Senate played a huge part in this aristocratic government, leading to competition for control of the Republic; With the assassination of Julius Caesar, Augustus began to modify the system. He discussed important matters with other senators although it was obvious that only his decisions counted. Tacitus, however, decided to write about the period after Augustus’s death, when the rule of…