Roman Empire

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Philippi

Philippi: town in eastern Macedonia, founded by king Philip II, famous for the double battle in 42 BCE that marked the end of the Roman republic.Beginnings …

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Philippi (42 BCE)

Battle of Philippi (42 BCE): decisive battle in the war between the republican assassins of Caesar and his avengers, the triumvirs, who won. As a consequence, Rome was destine to become a monarchy.Summary In October 42 BCE, two Roman armies approached…

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