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Augustus: The Accomplishments Of The Divine Augustus

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The Achievements of the Divine Augustus presents multiple examples of Augustus both expanding and improving Rome, effectively creating the great Roman Empire. From his relationship to Julius Caesar, it is reasonable to infer that Augustus was raised to respect and venerate the power of the head of Rome, if not the ideals of the Republic. Then after the assassination of Julius Caesar, Augustus (then Octavian) stepped up, and by nineteen years old, he had already, “…raised an army by means of which I liberated the Republic…” With his use of words like “liberation”, it is evident that Augustus considers himself somewhat of a savior, or hero of Rome. However, he was not the only one, because due to his exemplary leadership Augustus gained “consular rank”, the …show more content…

The 3rd inscription details his crusade “…throughout the whole world by land and by sea, both civil and foreign…” where he smartly expands his influence by pardoning the people of the foreign lands he conquers and supporting Roman citizens through a “military oath” that rewarded them at the end of their service. His actions here show Augustus understood the importance of pleasing citizens and appeasing foreign subjects. The 20th inscription is completely dedicated to Augustus’ work repairing and beautifying Rome itself, including the Capitol, the theatre of Pompey, multiple aqueducts, the Julian Forum, over 82 temples, etc. His insistence of finishing the projects of earlier consuls and renovating ruins showed Augustus’ great pride in Rome and his own capabilities as a leader. Despite this, he put on a display of humility, such as forgoing placing his name on the buildings he repaired (inscription 20), refusing excess decorations from the Senate (inscription 4), and declining the role of “…pontifex maximus in place of a colleague…” (inscription 10). Overall, Augustus’ actions during his reign demonstrate a leader focused on legacy and growth, as opposed to temporary

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