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With Reference to 'Suetonius', 'Res Gestae', and other sources, how successfully did Augustus create his own image? Julius Caesar's rule had been successful, but he had neglected Roman traditions, such as religion, and had made himself king of Rome, in all but name. After the dictatorship and eventual assassination of Caesar, the Roman Republic was sent into a state of decline. 'Republic' meant that Roman citizens could elect a representative, and have political power through them. Rome had been losing its Republican values, due to individuals taking control of its politics through military force, using private armies. Caesar adopted Octavian, his great nephew, and made him his appointed heir. After the assassination, Octavian gained power, and began to establish himself as a popular leader, with authority and power, and patriotism towards Rome. He needed to maintain the image of a Republican leader in order to become favoured by the citizens who...

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