Brutus

Brutus was a Roman senator and philosopher known for his role in the assassination of Julius Caesar in 44 BCE. He believed Caesar's rising power threatened the Roman Republic's principles of shared governance and liberty. Despite their friendship, Brutus and other conspirators justified the murder as a necessary action to protect Rome from tyranny. His actions and moral dilemma have made him a symbol of betrayal and complex loyalty, inspiring many discussions about duty, ethics, and politics throughout history.