To what extent did Caesar (Octavian) Augustus transform Ancient Rome during his reign?
Caesar Augustus ruled from 31 BC to 14 AD, and during his reign, he brought changes to every aspect of Roman life, and initiated the era of lasting peace and prosperity of the Ancient Roman world. Even after his death on the 19th of August, 14 AD, he was deified. Augustus wished to bring change to every aspect of Rome, aiming to bring an era of peace and stability to a country steeped with infighting. He successfully returned Rome to its original ideals; which had initially made it a world power. His reign marked a significant turning point in the history of Rome, and his achievements transformed Ancient Rome in several ways. Augustus transformed Rome before
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He founded the postal service and assembled the City Government organisations to maintain order. These ´vigiles´ did much to make Rome a more hospitable place by the end of his reign. Augustus also drastically reformed the way in which Rome and the Italian peninsula were administered; expanding the Guards which were charged with the protection of the capital and Italian peninsula. He established the Pax Romana, secured outlying imperial provinces, constructed public works and roads, and promoted the arts. By passing laws that harked back to the traditions of the Roman Republic, Augustus managed to satisfy the Roman Senate and the ruling classes. Augustus advocated for the rights of commoners, improved infrastructure, promoted religion and literature, and established the civil service in order to ensure that Rome's glory was restored. He was nominated the leader to restore Pietas. Augustus secured the empire and kept the Roman People in contempt under his strong and stable rule. His rule was the predominant reason for the Pax Romana (Roman peace), which began with his reign and lasted two-hundred years. The Augustan Golden Age of order, prosperity and expansion extended beyond the written word. The reign of Augustus is generally perceived as having been a Golden Age of Roman …show more content…
Rome was divided into opposing factions after the assassination of Julius Caesar. By establishing the principate, a form of government that granted Augustus complete control while upholding the illusion of a republican system of government, he was able to consolidate his power and provide stability to the empire. He also created a new administrative system to ensure the efficient governance of the vast empire. Augustus reformed Rome's political structure through his authority. A standing army that was devoted to him and the empire was formed after he reorganised the Roman army. He also established the Praetorian Guard, a highly skilled group tasked with guarding the emperor and maintaining law and order. Augustus also reformed the Senate, reducing its size and increasing its prestige. He also created a new class of senators, the equites, who were wealthy citizens that served as advisors to the