Disorder in the Roman Republic created an opportunity for Julius Caeser to gain power. (23h 25min, mar 3, 70 y BC – 23h 59min, jun 27, 58 y BC)
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Many people became unhappy and were unemployed when chaos emerged in Rome's government. People rioted in the streets, while people from around the republic flooded the city. An orator and philosopher named cicero called for changes but was unsuccessful. He wanted to limit the power of generals and restore checks and balances on government.
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23h 25min, mar 3, 70 y BC
23h 59min, jun 27, 58 y BC
~ 11 years