Adopted by Caesar, Augustus (c.62 BC – 14 AD / Reigned 31 BC – 14 AD) had to fight for his throne. His long rule saw a huge expansion in the Roman Empire and the beginnings of a dynasty that ...

After his victory at the battle of Actium, Augustus was a hero to the Roman people ... Abroad, he expanded the empire, adding Egypt, northern Spain and much of central Europe.

of rivers and canals Map reveals how much it would have cost to travel on roads and seas across the empire in 200 CE It calculates the route based on the season, or mode of transport chosen - and ...

Kings and Generals' historical animated documentary series continues exploring the history of Rome with a focus on Augustus and his successors in the Julio-Claudian dynasty. Previously, the series ...