Gaius Julius Caesar: How did he become such a strong dictator of the Roman Empire? What happened during his reign as dictator of Rome? What events led up to the assassination of Caesar? What happened after he was killed?.
Leader, emperor, writer, successful commander, and noble person are all examples of who Gaius Julius Caesar was portrayed to be. As a stunning leader once said, "He was as great as a man can be without being moral" Sir Ronald Syme. (Julius Caesar: The Last Dictator-Introduction) Caesar was a highly committed dictator who impacted Rome, and made a lasting impression that still stands today. With great appreciation for the people of Rome, he fulfilled their needs and wants. In his own lifetime and ever since, Caesar the man - not the god or the legend - remains inscrutable. (Suzanne Cross - Introduction) With this said Caesar ruled with prosperity and confidence and should never be doubted of his accomplishments. .
Gaius Julius Caesar was born into a patrian family in 100 B.C. Caesar's name Julius comes from Iulius, the family name. This comes from Iulus, the name of Venus' son. Gaius Julius Caesar commonly goes by Julius Caesar, and was born in the month of Quinctilis (July 13). Later Quinctilis was renamed "July" (from Julius) in his honor. (Chloe Mulvihill-Julius Caesar Pg.1) Before the birth of Caesar, Caius Marius gained the control of Rome by defeating two German tribes Teutones and Cimbri. The control of Rome prior to the rise of Caesar to power greatly influenced the achievements of Caesar. .
Caesar's early years consisted mainly of battles between the family members over the power of Rome. Julius Caesar had a very influential family with many ties. The emperor during his time, Caius Marius, was married to a sister of Caesar's father. During his reign he lost all popularity and was forced to travel to Greece. Struggles to find a ruler were always around and led to the dictatorship Caesar.