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046- Sic Semper Tyrannis

The History of Rome

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Caesar's Assassination

Caesar remained in Spain for a few months, consolidating his rule and repairing the damage done by the corrupt and ruthless governor he had left in charge after winning the province in 49 BC. With every opposition army destroyed, Caesar's enemies turned to conspiracy. The object now was not to defeat Caesar, but to kill him. Mark Antony though, despite the recent falling out with his old friend and numerous overtures from the conspirators refused to join the ranks of the disaffected plotters. Marcus Brutus soon find himself at the forefront of the plot to kill his would-be father figure.

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