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To What Extent Was Brutus A Patriot

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“Brutus the Patriot” Brutus is most recognized and seen as a betrayer to fellow citizens and fellow leader Caesar. Throughout the story I think Brutus is a patriot. His time as leader showed patriotism towards his beloved Rome. Despite the assassination of Caesar, Brutus took this decision because he did not want Rome to go under. Caesar was leading Rome into the wrong direction causing Brutus to take action to take Rome to the greatest city. Although Brutus was a deceiver to leaders of Rome, patriotism was in his mind, blood, and heart. Brutus is being proven as a patriot to his beloved Rome. “Romans, countrymen, and lover! Hear me for my cause, and be silent, that you may hear: Believe me for my honor and have respect for min honor that you may believe.” This was said in Brutus versus Antony famous speech. Brutus turned against Caesar when planning for the assassination. Cassius was the one who led Brutus into falling for his scheme. Along with the conspirators whom helped Cassius and Brutus. …show more content…

In the same way he explains that he did not love Caesar less, but he loved Rome more. “Had you rather Caesar were living and die all slaves, than that Caesar were dead, to live all free men? As Caesar loved me, I weep for him. As he was fortunate, I rejoice at it. As he was valiant, I honor him. But, as he was ambitious, I slew him.” On the contrary Brutus is convinced not to kill Antony because they will seem more as frauds. Instead Cassius, Brutus and the conspirators agree they will not kill Antony in front of the crowds. When killing Caesar, they will expect that Antony will be alright with the

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