Caesar Statue

Gaius Julius Caesar (July 13, 100 B.C - March 15, 44 B.C.) was a statesman, general, and writer, considered by some to have been the greatest man of all time. He started out his career as the nephew and companion of 7-time consul and army reformer Gaius Marius. Caesar shared his uncle's political sentiments. This put Caesar at odds with the conservative faction of the aristocracy (Optimates). With Crassus and Pompey, Caesar formed the first Triumvirate that allowed the 3 men to enjoy the power they wanted without entirely overhauling the republican form of government. Caesar eventually became dictator for life (perpetual dictator), helping pave the way for the one-man rule his Nephew Augustus (Octavian) would soon enjoy as the first emperor of Rome.