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RE-RELEASE: Cleopatra and the Urban War
Ancient History Fangirl
Caesar's Victorious Conquest and Political Maneuvering in Alexandria
The chapter explores Caesar's triumphant battle in Alexandria against Egyptian forces led by Ptolemy XIII, culminating in Ptolemy's drowning and Caesar's decision to place Cleopatra on the throne. It delves into the romantic entanglement between Caesar and Cleopatra, revealing their extravagant lifestyle and the political arrangements made, including Cleopatra's marriage to her brother. Caesar's strategic reasons for staying in Alexandria and the concerns over his absence from Rome are discussed, highlighting the vulnerability it created for Rome's enemies like Cato.
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