Why Is Caesar Augustus A Good Leader
Luteisha Shelton
Professor Molden
Global History 108
25 April, 2015
Caesar Augustus became the first emperor of the Roman Empire after his great-uncle and adopted son after Julius Caesar passed away. When Julius was murdered, Augustus discovered that he was Julius 's heir to the throne he was forced to battle the armies of both Cleopatra Vii and Marc Anthony. Who had their own plans for power following the death of Julius. Their alliance disintegrated and before Anthony and Cleopatra could thought of striking Rome, Augustus attacked with full forced to gain order and leadership in Rome. The battle of Actium in 31BC destroyed three quarters of the Egyptians fleet and led to both Cleopatra and Anthony killing them. Spartacus came from the …show more content…
His work of reorganization and rehabilitation that he undertook in every division of his vast empire created a new Roman peace with matchless wealth. From his birth, Augustus has already had leadership skills. When he was little he was cruel but became gentle later on. It’s said that this might have happened because his position became more protected, so the need for cruelty lessened. Even though he was kind and gentle, he was ruthless when necessary, just like any good leader. He took in any criticism, had a good sense of humor, and was a great host to his guest. Augustus’s leadership first started to show when he got furious at Caesar for adopting him in his will. Augustus was ready to avenge Caesar’s murder. Augustus returned to Rome and found power under Mark Antony and Aemilius Lepidus; these two wanted to find a meeting ground but Augustus wanted no parts of this. Augustus wanted to show his leadership by succeeding in winning over Caear’s supports and legions. By using the tactics that he learned from Julius Caesar, he did win the genuine popular by hosting games, rehabilitating new buildings, and relating to the local empire. Augustus completely reorganized strengthened his army and posted away from Italy into the provinces. He also remodeled the civil service and substantially rebuilt some parts of Rome, including 82
Professor Molden
Global History 108
25 April, 2015
Caesar Augustus became the first emperor of the Roman Empire after his great-uncle and adopted son after Julius Caesar passed away. When Julius was murdered, Augustus discovered that he was Julius 's heir to the throne he was forced to battle the armies of both Cleopatra Vii and Marc Anthony. Who had their own plans for power following the death of Julius. Their alliance disintegrated and before Anthony and Cleopatra could thought of striking Rome, Augustus attacked with full forced to gain order and leadership in Rome. The battle of Actium in 31BC destroyed three quarters of the Egyptians fleet and led to both Cleopatra and Anthony killing them. Spartacus came from the …show more content…
His work of reorganization and rehabilitation that he undertook in every division of his vast empire created a new Roman peace with matchless wealth. From his birth, Augustus has already had leadership skills. When he was little he was cruel but became gentle later on. It’s said that this might have happened because his position became more protected, so the need for cruelty lessened. Even though he was kind and gentle, he was ruthless when necessary, just like any good leader. He took in any criticism, had a good sense of humor, and was a great host to his guest. Augustus’s leadership first started to show when he got furious at Caesar for adopting him in his will. Augustus was ready to avenge Caesar’s murder. Augustus returned to Rome and found power under Mark Antony and Aemilius Lepidus; these two wanted to find a meeting ground but Augustus wanted no parts of this. Augustus wanted to show his leadership by succeeding in winning over Caear’s supports and legions. By using the tactics that he learned from Julius Caesar, he did win the genuine popular by hosting games, rehabilitating new buildings, and relating to the local empire. Augustus completely reorganized strengthened his army and posted away from Italy into the provinces. He also remodeled the civil service and substantially rebuilt some parts of Rome, including 82