Julius Caesar Julius Caesar was known for his ability to achieve what most people could not of his time. ... What will be discussed includes his accomplishments, his popularity and why he was popular, his enemies he faced, and why he was hated by others. ... Caesar was not the most honest historian writer of his time. ... Indeed, Julius did win most of his battles, but he did not win all. ... This war is what Caesar is most famous for. ...

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Entertainment in Rome was no doubt one of the most, if not the most important aspect of Roman Society. ... Races and gladiator shows were more popular than the plays. There were four kinds of dramatic performances, Comedies, Tragedies, and the two most popular, Farces and Pantomines. ... Most Roman circus races, consisted of 7 laps, the distance did vary from arena to arena. ... The last aspect of Roman Entertainment is probably the most renowned aspect of Roman society. ...

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Many wars were fought until Rome was the strongest and most powerful state in Italy. They battled Carthage, (the Punic Wars) and other neighbors to become the most powerful in the Mediterranean. ... Gaius Gracchus was elected tribune and very popular among the people. ... A statesman and a general, Caesar was made the head of the popular party. ... He returned to Rome, and in Pompey's absence, he became the recognized head of the popular party. ...

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However, comedies and tragedies were more popular than the other two. ... This meant that most actors would have to take on a few different roles. ... Roman Gladiators The Gladiatorial shows which occurred in Rome were the most popular forms of entertainment that Rome has ever seen. ... Most gladiators were prisoners of war or criminals. ... Most Romans seemed to love the excitement of fighting and bloodshed. ...

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From that point on, this type of combat became very popular as a form of public entertainment. Most of the gladiators that fought were prisoners of war, slaves, or sentenced criminals. ... The most common dress was a wide leather belt, a large oblong shield, a sword, an elaborate helmet, a greave on the left leg, and a protective sleeve on the right arm. ... One popular game was called Kottabus and was played by flicking a jet of wine out of a saucer at a mark. ...

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As with most countries, Rome began as a monarchy. ... The popular assembly consisted of plebeians, members of the working class. These two bodies are similar in appearance to today's Canadian Houses of Parliament, but in this case, the popular assembly had less power than the Senate. ... There was also a popular assembly, the Comitia Curiata or Curiate Assembly. ... Most historians believe that the actual reason for the fall of the Monarchy was a power struggle between the king and the leading aristocratic families. ...

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There are 3 main ways of entertainment in Rome, I will be visiting them. The first is the 'Roman Amphitheatre, in which lots of fights happened. The second is the Roman Theatre, they are very big and can hold lots of people. The third is the Roman baths this was probibly the most popular. I am sat...

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In the city the state provided most of the entertainment. ... The chariot races held in the Circus Maximus were considered the most popular form of entertainment. ... The Romans enjoyed comedies most of all. ... Ball-playing was popular among the Romans, and they often spent their morning exercises playing games on the fields or ball-courts. ... The thing these events affect the most is the women. ...

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Their ability to heal and become popular by healing was seen as a sign from God. People needed healing because they were always so in fear of losing their ability to make ends meet in the most basic way - thus he attempted to put them right. ... The poor even today are the most likely to fall into illness. ...

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Along with Hinduism, it's the most common religion practiced in Asia. ... Its peaks are considered sacred and are some of the most popular tourist attractions. ... For many decades, the Romans had been one of the most influential forces in Europe and the world at large. ... However, after the fall of the Roman rule in most countries, the Romans were left with most of their power diminished, but one aspect had its roots firmly rooted across the globe.... Having painted magnificent pieces, they inspired other artist in the same line and have offered standards in which most aspire to r...

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The most important of these social values was family. ... At that point the elite split up into two separate groups, the populares who supported "the common people and interest" and the optimates who supported "the best people." ... He was so popular with the people that Marius ended up getting elected in six consecutive terms, which ended up demolishing traditions of Roman politics. ... In 60 B.C.E Pompey joined the First Triumvirate with his most competitive rivals Caesar and Crassus because alone neither of them could defeat each other but together they would all have apiece of military and...

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But now that Maximus is extremely popular and loved, there is no way he could have him killed, unless it is in a match. ... Most gladiators did not become them be choice, it was something they were forced into. ... I cannot believe that this was healthy and popular entertainment then. ...

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The most ingenious part of the Coliseum was its cooling system. ... The most popular events among the Roman people included bloody contest in which Christians, condemned criminals, prisoners of war and slaves unwillingly fought as gladiators against each other or wild bests. ... The American society depends on these stadiums for most of their entertainment. ...

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American sports began as early as the 1500's, this sport being tennis which is still very popular today. ... Shoulder pads became popular in the 1950's and in 1960 is when plastic was added to pads for additional protection, this was the same for rib pads. ... However; when Gladiators were in the forefront of fighting, most of the time it was to death. ... Although I am very pleased that (most) sports are not like that of the Roman times, I do find it interesting to watch Ultimate Fighting. ...

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When he goes to the coliseum, in Rome, he becomes very popular with every victory. ... The Religion that was practiced most frequently was Christianity. ... Roman law was one of the most important contributions to the western civilization. ...

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., a group of Italic people known as the Oscans occupied the region; they most likely established Pompeii, although the exact date of its origin is unknown. ... Because of that, the houses of Pompeii have given us a treasure of mural paintings, the most complete record of the changing fashions in interior decoration in the entire ancient world. ... Obviously incrustation was a process of decoration often beyond the reach of any but the most powerful and wealthiest. ... It is probably been done at the late phase of the style, "the individual field were once again enclosed in a real three-dimens...

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Of these historical empires, the legacy of the Ancient Roman Civilization seems to be the most prevalent. ... The Circus Maximus was the most famous of all of the hippodrome structures. ... Successful drivers were very well paid and extremely popular. ... One of the most famous of all of the drivers was a Spaniard by the name of Gaius Apuleis. ... These fights were so popular that schools were set up to train ordinary men as special fighters known as Gladiators. ...

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Some of the most common documents include the "Kahun Gynecology Papyrus", the "Edwin Smith Papyrus" and the "Ebers Papyrus". ... The Ancient Greeks seemed to be the source of most medical knowledge up through and including the time of the Roman Empire. Most of Rome's best-known physicians were actually Greek. ... Healing cults was soon organized for those who believed in this type of medical care and became quite popular. ... The worship of Asclepius began around 500 BC, about the same time that Greece's most famous doctor, Hippocrates started practicing medicine. ...

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Although slavery existed on vast scale in those times, "Spartacus and the Slave Wars" based on historical documents differed from one based on popular modern day fictional accounts. ... One of the most incorrectly portrayed events in the film is when Spartacus dies. ...

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A popular story from Book One, the tale of Lucretia, is known for its symbolism of the fall of monarchy in Rome. ... "Even the most resolute chastity could not have stood against this dreadful threat" (101). ...

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., a group of Italic people known as the Oscans occupied the region; they most likely established Pompeii, although the exact date of its origin is unknown. ... Because of that, the houses of Pompeii have given us a treasure of mural paintings, the most complete record of the changing fashions in interior decoration in the entire ancient world. ... Obviously incrustation was a process of decoration often beyond the reach of any but the most powerful and wealthiest. ... It is probably been done at the late phase of the style, "the individual field were once again enclosed in a real three-dimens...

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The most important though were the ten tribunes of plebs, who had the most power of all. ... Due to the fact that the most powerful part of the government could not do these overseas affairs, tension arose between the Senate and the Equites. Seeing as though the Senate was the most powerful part of the Roman government, it was only natural that they were the most experienced and educated in the art of war. ... The people who believed in this philosophy were called the populares, or people's government. ... Throughout History it has been seen that the Roman army is most likely the most...

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As in most cultures, status dictated the extent of the pleasures to be enjoyed. ... Most of the affluent Romans had slaves. ... Most events were free which made it possible for all to attend. ... Most were large facilities with pools, steam rooms, sauna rooms and exercise rooms. ... The baths were very popular and there were many built all about Rome. ...

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One of the most popular entertainment events was held at the Colosseum, located in Rome. ... The gladiatorial matches were held in the Colosseum, the most important building in Rome. ... Most of the people of Rome thought that these games were glamorous and very exciting. ... These fights were the most important form of entertainment and lasted for many years before they ended in 404 A.D. ...

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One of the most popular entertainment events was held at the Colosseum, located in Rome. ... The gladiatorial matches were held in the Colosseum, the most important building in Rome. ... Most of the people of Rome thought that these games were glamorous and very exciting. ... These fights were the most important form of entertainment and lasted for many years before they ended in 404 A.D. ...

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