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Lesson 21 - Caligula

The document outlines the reigns of the Julio-Claudian Emperors, including Tiberius, Caligula, Claudius, and Nero, highlighting their leadership styles and significant events during their rule. Tiberius brought stability after Augustus, Caligula ruled with cruelty and was assassinated, while Claudius overcame personal challenges and expanded the Empire through military conquests. The document emphasizes the tumultuous nature of their reigns and their impact on the Roman Empire.

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Lesson 21 - Caligula

The document outlines the reigns of the Julio-Claudian Emperors, including Tiberius, Caligula, Claudius, and Nero, highlighting their leadership styles and significant events during their rule. Tiberius brought stability after Augustus, Caligula ruled with cruelty and was assassinated, while Claudius overcame personal challenges and expanded the Empire through military conquests. The document emphasizes the tumultuous nature of their reigns and their impact on the Roman Empire.

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The Crazy Emperors

The Julio-Claudian Emperors


(Successors of Augustus)
 Tiberius (adopted son of Augustus)
 Ruled 14- 37 AD

 Caligula (grand-nephew of Tiberius)


 Ruled 37- 41

 Claudius (uncle of Caligula)


 Ruled 41- 54

 Nero (step-son of Claudius)


 Ruled 54- 68
Tiberius (ruled 14-37 AD)
Distinguished general
Adopted by Augustus,
since he was “out of
relatives”
Forced to divorce his wife
and marry Augustus’
daughter, Julia
Long reign created stability
during transition after
Augustus
Struggled with remnants of
Republic—appointed
people to hold the offices
of consul, senator, etc.
Caligula (ruled 37-41 AD)
Designated emperor by
Tiberius
Lacked leadership
qualities and abilities
Grew up in a military
setting
Ruled with cruelty and
violence—called a
“monster” and drained
the treasury
Murdered in 41 AD by
own guards
Caligula
Well-liked & then
became ill-almost died
When came back-
determined to prove
immortality
 sat in temples
 dressed as one of the gods
 engaged in conversations
with gods
Elected horse (Incitatus)
to senate or consul
Caligula Cont’d
Humiliated senators
making them serve
him & sisters like
slaves
Alex was his idol . . .
built bridge of boats
over Bay of Baiae &
rode horse across
wearing Alex’s
breastplates
Assassinated after 4
years of rule by guards
in secret passage
(pg. 191)
Claudius Claudius (reigned
41-54)

was the nephew of Tiberius


and was proclaimed
emperor by the Praetorian
Guard after they killed
Caligula.

He had difficult relations


with the Senate but he
overcame this and his own
physical disabilities
through military conquests
– most notably conquering
Britain in 43 CE.

He was poisoned on his


wife’s orders over the issue
of who he wished to
appoint as his heir.
He was short, possessed neither natural
dignity nor authority. He had a staggering
walk, 'embarrassing habits', and 'indecent'
laugh and when annoyed he foamed
disgustingly at the mouth and his nose ran.
He stammered and had a twitch. He was
always ill, until he became emperor. Then
his health improved marvelously, except
for attacks of stomach-ache, which he said
even made him think of suicide.
• He was also an ambitious
builder - constructing many
new roads, aqueducts, and
canals across the Empire.
• During his reign the Empire
began the conquest of Britain
• Having a personal interest in
law, he presided at public trials
• He abolished the treason trials
• Claudius organized a campaign
to invade and conquer Britain.

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