Why did the Roman Senate choose assassination over political compromise?
In short: On March 15th, 44 BCE, Julius Caesar was murdered by a group of his own colleagues. This video explores the personal and political motivations behind the conspiracy, including why his close ally Brutus joined the plot.
The assassination was carried out by approximately 60 senators who identified themselves as 'Liberators.' The video examines the tension between Caesar's role as a dictator and the traditional power structures of the Roman Senate.
A central focus of the investigation is the role of Marcus Brutus. Despite Caesar having saved Brutus's life, Brutus became a key figure in the plot, highlighting the complex intersection of personal loyalty and political ideology in ancient Rome.
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- Summary by Intellect · source: The great conspiracy against Julius Caesar - Kathryn Tempest
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