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Caesar’s ambition turns to tyranny, and a handful of senators plot his downfall.
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Events beyond Caesar’s control threaten to unravel his plans, and leave him isolated.
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54:23
Julius Caesar tears up the rulebook in his quest to become Rome’s greatest man.
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Events beyond Caesar’s control threaten to unravel his plans, and leave him isolated.
0:30
Caesar’s ambition turns to tyranny, and a handful of senators plot his downfall.
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As the Triumvirate’s grip on Rome falters, Caesar calls Pompey and Crassus to a meeting.
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The Senate debates whether to recall Caesar from Gaul – and risks a dangerous escalation.
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The impromptu funeral of murdered Senator Clodius sets the Senate house on fire.
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After a planned coup is exposed, Rome’s Senators debate the fate of the conspirators.
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Caesar is a middle-ranking Senator, but with an eye on the top job: the Consulship.
