Julius Caesar (Politician)

Julius Caesar was a Roman general and statesman born in 100 BC, known for his role in transforming the Roman Republic into the Roman Empire. He led successful military campaigns, expanding Rome's territories, and was pivotal in the centralization of power. His popularity among the people and military made him a key figure in Roman politics. In 44 BC, he was appointed dictator for life but faced opposition from senators who feared his power. This led to his assassination on the Ides of March. Caesar's life and death significantly influenced the course of Western history.