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Julius Caesar: The Making of a Dictator

Caesar Sorting Rome’s Problems

Season 1 Episode 3 | 2m 24s

When Caesar returns to Rome after three years fighting a civil war against Pompey, the city is in dire straits. Caesar is made dictator for 10 years, and sets about implementing a program of reforms. He fixes Rome’s grain supply; he repairs Rome’s crumbling infrastructure, and has the Senate rebuilt. He also amends the Roman calendar – giving us the same calendar we use today.

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Julius Caesar: The Making of a Dictator
Dictator for Life
As Caesar tightens his grip on Rome, he is declared "Dictator for Life."
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Julius Caesar: The Making of a Dictator
Episode 3 Preview
Caesar’s ambition turns to tyranny, and a handful of senators plot his downfall.
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