Title: 6 Ways Julius Caesar Changed Rome and the World | History Hit
Headings: 6 Ways Julius Caesar Changed Rome and the World
6 Ways Julius Caesar Changed Rome and the World
Colin Ricketts
1. Caesar’s rule helped turn Rome from a republic into an empire
2. Caesar expanded Rome’s territories
3. Emperors were to become god-like figures
4. He introduced Britain to the world and to history
5. Caesar’s historical influence is greatly increased by his own writings
6. Caesar’s example has inspired leaders to try to emulate him

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Sulla before him had also had strong individual powers, but Caesar’s appointment as Dictator for life made him an emperor in all but name. His own chosen successor, Octavian, his great nephew, was to become Augustus, the first Roman Emperor. 2. Caesar expanded Rome’s territories
The rich lands of Gaul were a huge and valuable asset for the Empire. By stabilising the territories under imperial control and giving rights to new Romans he set the conditions for later expansion that would make Rome one of history’s great empires. 3. Emperors were to become god-like figures
Temple of Caesar. Caesar was the first Roman to be granted divine status by the state. This honour was to be granted to many Roman Emperors, who could be proclaimed gods on their death and did what they could to link themselves to their great predecessors in life. This personal cult made the power of institutions like the Senate much less important – if a man could win public popularity and demand the loyalty of the military he could become Emperor.