Augustus becomes Pontifex Maximus. (jan 1, 12 BC – dec 31, 12 BC)
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Augustus assumes the office of Pontifex Maximus, the high priest of the collegium of the Pontifices and the highest position in Roman religion. From now on, every emperor automatically takes this title.
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Date:
jan 1, 12 BC
dec 31, 12 BC
~ 12 months