The History of Rome

054- All in the Family

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Feb 28, 2010
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INSIGHT

Augustus's Succession Plan

  • Augustus quickly elevated his stepsons, Tiberius and Drusus, to prominence.
  • He wanted to secure a succession plan and avoid civil war if he died.
INSIGHT

Temporary Heirs

  • Augustus preferred blood relatives for succession, viewing Tiberius and Drusus as temporary heirs.
  • He hoped Agrippa and Julia would produce a suitable long-term heir.
ANECDOTE

Agrippa and Julia's Children

  • Agrippa and Julia had several children, including Gaius, Lucius, Julia the Younger, Agrippina the Elder, and Agrippa Posthumus.
  • Augustus adopted Gaius and Lucius as infants, aiming to groom them for leadership.
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