Cesare Augusto

Definition

Cesare Augusto refers to the first Roman emperor, also known as Octavian. He was the adopted son of Julius Caesar and played a crucial role in the transition from the Roman Republic to the Roman Empire.

Related terms

Imperatore Romano: The title given to rulers who held supreme power in ancient Rome.

Repubblica Romana: The period before the Roman Empire when Rome was governed by elected officials and had no single ruler.

Giulio Cesare: A famous Roman general and statesman who played a pivotal role in transforming Rome from a republic to an empire.