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Claudius's Advancement In Public Life

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Claudius was Roman emperor from 41-54 after the assassination of Caligula after being consul since 37. He rose to power unfavourably from his position as consul as better candidates were available within the Roman aristocracy. Arguably the greatest success for Claudius was his campaigns in Britain as it aided his political stature and standing as a political figure. Public life and personal life: Before becoming emperor Claudius held strong interest within the writings of history, this arguably damaged his advancement in public life. he began his works with the recording of civil wars. Claudius composed 20 books of Etruscan and 8 books of Carthaginian history all in greek. Claudius’ wife Plautia Urgulanilla was of Etruscan blood so was
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