The Roman general who marched his army into the city of Rome was Julius Caesar. He did this in 49 BC, during a civil war against his rival Pompey.
The future effect of Caesar's decision to march his army into Rome was significant. This act marked the end of the Roman Republic and the beginning of the Roman Empire. Caesar was declared dictator for life and implemented many political and social reforms that transformed Roman society. His influence was so great that the month of July was named after him (Julius) and his adopted son and successor, Octavian, would later become the first Roman Emperor, taking the name Augustus.
Who was the Roman general to march his army into the city of Rome? Explain the future effect of this decision.
1 answer