
040- In the Consulship of Julius and Caesar
The History of Rome
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The Three Triumphs of Caesar
Clodius, dressed as a woman, lingered on the edges of the party until he was outed by Caesar's mother. It was widely rumored that Clodius was engaged in an affair with Pompeia and was taking Caesar's absence as an opportunity for a rendezvous. In response to the destructive chatter, Caesar acted quickly. He divorced Pompeia, for whether she was guilty of the affair or not, quote, Caesar's wife must be above suspicion. The affair marked the last we will hear of Pompeia, but not the last we'll hear of Clodius.
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