jan 1, 31 BC - Mark Antony & Cleopatra suicide
Description:
The Roman Senate, controlled by Octavius, declared that Mark Antony was not useful for the second triumvirate and declared war with Cleopatra. In the battle of Actium, Octavius defeated Mark Antony and Cleopatra who killed themselves soon after. Thus, Octavius was given the title of Augustus and became the first emperor of Rome.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 31 BC
Now
~ 2058 years ago