Assassination of Julius Caesar

44 BCE · political

The Roman statesman and commander Julius Caesar, after declaring himself dictator for life, was killed in 44 BC in an assassination organized by a group of senators.

The assassins, who advocated the preservation of republican institutions, aimed to put an end to Caesar's growing personal power. However, contrary to expectations, the assassination initiated a new period of civil war and ultimately accelerated the process leading to Rome's transformation into an empire.

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The Roman statesman and commander Julius Caesar, after declaring himself dictator for life, was killed in 44 BC in an assassination organized by a group of senators.
When did Assassination of Julius Caesar happen?
44 BCE