Caligula - Wikipedia
WebGaius Caesar Augustus Germanicus (31 August 12 – 24 January 41), better known by his nickname Caligula (/ k ə ˈ l ɪ ɡ j ʊ l ə /), was Roman emperor from AD 37 until his assassination in AD 41.
Caligula | Biography & Facts | Britannica
WebMar 26, 2024 · Caligula, Roman emperor from 37 to 41 CE, who succeeded Tiberius and transferred the last legion under a senatorial proconsul to an imperial legate, completing the emperor’s monopoly of army command. Accounts of his reign by ancient historians are so biased against him that the truth is nearly impossible to discern.
Caligula - Horse, Facts & Emperor | HISTORY
WebDec 16, 2009 · Caligula (formally known as Gaius) was the third of Ancient Rome’s emperors, who achieved feats of waste and carnage during his four-year reign (A.D. 37-41).
Caligula - World History Encyclopedia
WebOct 18, 2011 · Caligula (Gaius Julius Caesar Augustus Germanicus) was Roman emperor from 37 to 41 CE. Among the great emperors of the Roman Empire stand Augustus and Marcus Aurelius. At the other end of the spectrum is Emperor Caligula who the historian Suetonius (c. 69 – c. 130/140 CE) simply calls a monster.
The Story Of Emperor Caligula, Ancient Rome's Most Infamous …
WebNov 24, 2021 · Roman Emperor Caligula, born Gaius Julius Caesar Germanicus, is said to have led a merciless four-year reign of total excess until his assassination in 41 A.D.
Roman Emperor Caligula: Horse, Facts, Life And Scandals - HistoryExtra
WebNov 24, 2020 · Caligula: a biography. Full name: Gaius Caesar Augustus Germanicus. Born: August AD 12. Died: 24 January AD 41. Known for: Though he ruled Rome as Emperor for only four years, Caligula has been immortalised as one of history’s most cruel and erratic leaders. Earning the nickname Caligula – …
Caligula | Encyclopedia.com
WebMay 21, 2018 · Italian emperor. Caligula (12 – 41 C. E.) was the third emperor of Rome. During his short reign, Caligula emerged as one of the most dominant leaders of Rome's early emperors. But his insanity, coupled with his power as Emperor of Rome, would secure him a most unusual legacy.
Roman Emperor Caligula believed he was a god. He was assassinated for it
WebFeb 26, 2020 · Indeed Caligula appeared to be in a fine mood: He was talkative, courteous, and friendly. He took his seat in the right-hand side of the theater, surrounded by his close family and friends.
Caligula - New World Encyclopedia
WebGaius Julius Caesar Augustus Germanicus (August 31, 12 – January 24, 41 C.E.), most commonly known as Caligula, was the third Roman Emperor and a member of the Julio-Claudian dynasty, ruling from 37 C.E. to 41 C.E. Known for his extreme extravagance, eccentricity, depravity and cruelty, he is remembered as a despot, and …
BBC - History - Caligula
WebDiscover facts about Caligula, who has gone down in history as Rome's most tyrannical roman emperor.
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