The Pax Romana, or the Roman peace. After years of civil war in the wake of the assasination of Julius Caesar in 44 BCE, Augustus’ victory ushered in an era of peace across the Empire which facilitated an increase in peaceful trade as well as a rise in prosperity for many Romans. read more
Caesar Augustus was born Gaius Octavius on September 23, 63 B.C., in Velletri, Italy. Julius Caesar, his great-uncle, took an interest in Augustus. When Julius Caesar was murdered, Augustus discovered that he was Julius's heir to the throne. read more