Brutal Facts About Julius Caesar, The Tyrant Of Rome
Julius Caesar is perhaps the most famous Roman ruler in history, and his brutal assassination at the age of 55 lives in infamy—yet few people know his even darker history.
The brilliant Caesar quickly rose from the rank of Army general to the dictator of all Rome, and he lived a fascinating life full of conquest, lust, and betrayal. Here are 50 facts about the military genius.
Julius Caesar Facts
1. Chapter One: A New Beginning
Caesar was quite the blue blood. Born Gaius Julius Caesar to an aristocratic Roman family, the young boy didn't want for anything growing up. Still, much of his childhood remains a mystery.
Ancient sources start pretty abruptly during his teen years, as if his first pages were lost. Coincidence or conspiracy? You decide.
2. Holier Than Thou
Before settling on total domination, Caesar almost became a devoted man of god(s). There was just one problem. At the time, priests were forbidden from touching horses, sleeping outside of Rome, or even looking at an army. Not exactly great prospects for a guy who wanted to...murder people on horseback in the military.
3. A Roman 10
According to Ancient Roman sources, Caesar was quite a handsome man. One account describes him as "tall of stature with a fair complexion, shapely limbs, a somewhat full face, and keen black eyes."
