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Michael McGill 🏛

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Sep 22

The Battle of Actium was one of the most impactful battles in Roman History.

It drove the final nail into the coffin of the Roman Republic and gave birth to the Roman Empire.

Let's do a deep dive into the people and events that lead to this historical battle. 🧵

Before we dive into the events that lead to the Battle of Actium, let's introduce the major players.

There were four key players in the events we will discuss in this thread:

• Octavian
• Agrippa
• Mark Antony
• Cleopatra

Octavian

The great-nephew of Julius Caesar. He was the newest person on the scene at this time.

Vicious and calculating, he quickly established himself as a force to be reckoned with and squarely planted himself in the power void that emerged after the assassination of Caesar.

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Michael McGill 🏛

@mcgillmd921

Aug 30

The Battle of Actium was the final battle in a string of bloody Civil Wars that ravaged the late Roman Republic.

The final nail in the coffin of the Roman Republic, it gave birth to the Roman Empire.

Let's explore the events that culminated in the Battle of Actium.

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Michael McGill 🏛

@mcgillmd921

Aug 23

For 482 years Rome was a Republic.

But in 27 BC it all came toppling down.

What happened? Why did such a long-standing from of government come to an end?

Let's take a deep dive into the Fall of the Roman Republic. /🧵

Rome was originally established as a Kingdom, ruled by a single King who held supreme power.

But Roman citizens grew tired of the of the Kings and the Republic was established in 509 BC, bringing the Kingdom, and Kings, to an end.

No one man should ever rule Rome again.

Instead of rule by a single King, power was to be distributed and a system of checks and balances was established.

Rome was to be ruled by two "Consuls", ruling for a single year. Along with a Senate, a system of democracy was established.

The Senate and People of Rome.

SPQR!

This system of government lasted for centuries.

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Michael McGill 🏛

@mcgillmd921

Aug 15

New to Roman History?

Want to completely transform yourself from a Roman History newbie to a true Romanophile?

That is an admirable goal my friend 🫡 I got you covered.

Here are the 10 books you must read to become an expert in Roman History 🧵

I recommend a mix of contemporary authors and ancient historians.

The ancient historians write from closer historical proximity, but can be dense.

Contemporary authors can be easier to read; but can write more to entertain that educate.

A mix of contemporary and ancient authors provides a great blend of education and entertainment to keep you going on your Roman History reading journey.

Now, it's time for you to begin your transition from a Roman History newbie to a Romanophile.

What's a Romanophile?

One, who has knowledge and a love of Roman History.

Let's go!!!

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Michael McGill 🏛

@mcgillmd921

Jul 26

Famous last words of Roman Emperors 🏛️🧵

Augustus

Rome's first Emperor Augustus died on August 19th 14 AD. Ancient historians hint that he was poisoned by his wife Livia. His last words refer to the role he played as Rome's first Emperor.

Nero

Nero, one of Rome's most megalomaniac Emperors, died on June 9th 68 AD. Declared an enemy of the state, he was forced to take his own life. Nero was more interested in being a performer than Emperor, as his final words reflect.

Vitellius

Vitellius ruled shortly and died violently on December 20th 69 AD. He knew his fate was coming. Dragged from his hiding spot he was struck down by supporters of Vespasian. His final words were a helpless reminder that he once ruled those who were killing him.

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Michael McGill 🏛

@mcgillmd921

Jul 20

Julius Caesar is one of the most powerful, admired, and artistically depicted figures from Roman History.

Caesar and the renowned events of his life were a favorite topic for majestic works of art over the centuries.

These are the best. 🧵

Julius Caesar - Peter Paul Rubens

Vercingetorix throws down his arms at the feet of Julius Caesar - Lionel Royer - 1899

The painting depicts the surrender of the Gallic chieftain Vercingetorix after the Battle of Alesia (52 BC).

Caesar's Triumph - Peter Paul Rubens

Depicts a magnificent procession celebrating the victories of the Roman general – and later dictator – Julius Caesar over Gaul between 58 and 50 BC.

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