How did the Roman Republic become an empire?

It took two men to wrestle Rome back from chaos and turn a republic into an empire. In the first century ... Rising through the political ranks, he eventually became governor of Gaul. ... Around three-quarters of the Egyptian fleet were destroyed and both Antony and Cleopatra committed suicide before they could be captured. read more

After the second civil war, Augustus changed his name, his public image and the constitution of the Senate to begin the position of Emperor in the Roman Republic, changing it from republic to Empire. read more

It took two men to wrestle Rome back from chaos and turn a republic into an empire. In the first century BC, Rome was a republic. Power lay in the hands of the Senate, elected by Roman citizens. read more