Roman

Roman Emperors - Hungry for Power

By lizzietulk
  • Period: 27 BCE to 14

    Emperor Augustus Caesar

    Known as the first Roman Emperor, he took over when Julius Caesar was murdered. He defeated Cleopatra VII and Marc Antony for the right to power. The empire was peaceful and prosperous under his rule. Although Augustus Caesar was deserving of the throne, he still had to prove his ability to fight for it.
  • Period: 37 to 41

    Emperor Caligula

    Gaius Julius Caesar Augustus Germanicus, known as Caligula, began his reign with abolishing taxes and showering his people with gifts. He became ill and turned cruel and greedy. He referred to himself as a god and made his people worship him. When he used up many of Rome's resources and treasury without replenishing them, he was killed. Romans solved many of their problems with battle and killing. When they disagreed with someone, it was simpler to defeat them then compromise.
  • Period: 138 to 161

    Emperor Antoninus Pius

    Known as The Excellent Emperor, Antoninus Pius' reign was tranquil and prosperous. It was considered the most pleasing period in Roman Empire history. He founded schools, built roads and harbors, and encouraged trade. His reign ended when he died of old age. The Romans were able to have peace as long as they approved of who was ruling over them.
  • Period: 198 to 217

    Emperor Caracalla

    Caracalla ruled from 198 AD until 211 AD alongside his father, Septimius Severus. He had his brother, Geta, murdered so he could take over as emperor when his father died. He then ruled alone until he was assassinated in 217 AD. He's most known for his colossal baths built in Rome and granting citizenship to all free residences in Rome. He is considered the most bloodthirsty tyrants in Roman history. Power hungry Romans would kill their own family to be emperor.
  • Period: 217 to 218

    Emperor Macrinus

    After conspiring to kill Caracalla, Macrinus was elected emperor of Rome. He was the first emperor to rule without achieving senatorial status and it didn't sit well with the nobles. Even without status, Macrinus was elected due to his strength and ability to conquer. Romans valued power and would go to great lengths to obtain it.