The assasination of Julius Caesar
Today in history it happened the assassination of Julius Caesar on March 15, 44 BC, known as the Ides of March.
A group of senators, led by Cassius and Brutus, plotted Caesar's assassination in the hope of restoring the Roman Republic and curbing its growing power.
Around noon, Caesar was stabbed in the Senate. He is said to have received 23 stab wounds. The attack occurred near the statue of Pompey, Caesar's old rival.
The conspirators believed that Caesar had become a dictator and that his death was necessary to save Rome's freedom.
His assassination sparked a series of civil wars that ultimately led to the end of the Republic and the rise of the Roman Empire under Octavian, later known as Augustus.Antoninus Pius
Today in history Roman Emperor Antoninus Pius died in 161 AD.
Antoninus Pius is known for his peaceful and stable government, being one of the few emperors who faced crises without leaving Italy. His reign is characterized by a period of prosperity in the Roman Empire.
He assumed power with the intention of continuing the policies of his predecessor, Hadrian, which helped maintain stability in the empire.
He stood out for being an indulgent and scrupulous ruler. One of his first acts was to overturn severe decisions of his predecessor, showing his focus on justice and benevolence.
Throughout his reign, Antoninus Pius made visits to various provinces of the empire to learn firsthand about the problems and needs of its citizens.
