The Roman Empire Flashcards
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Civil War
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A conflict between two political groups within the same country.
2
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Julius Caesar
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A military leader who in 60 B.C. joined forces with Crassus and Pompey and they dominated Rome together. He was elected as a consul, and gained military support, but was stabbed to death. He changed Rome to an Empire.
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Triumvirate
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A group of three rulers.
4
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Augustus
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“Exalted one” which is what Octavian’s title was changed to.
5
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Pax Romana
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“Roman peace”, or a period of peace and prosperity in Rome.
