Emperor Octavian a.k.a Augustus (jan 1, 27 BC – jan 1, 14)

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After the civil war that followed Caesar's assassination, Rome went from a Republic to an Empire, with Octavian becoming the first Emperor of the Roman Empire as heir to the throne by Caesar.

Consul life:
- Octavius became a Consul and gave himself proconsul for life meaning he had imperium for life.

Consolidation of power:
- Octavian consolidated power by giving himself:
1. Imperium for life as proconsul.
2. Veto power against the public tribune.
3. Gave legislative power to the Senate instead of the Comitia, as Augustus was a powerful senate himself.

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