7/10/2023 0 Comments Julius caesar and cleopatra warIn order to maintain his rule, Ptolemy was forced to incur large debts, borrowing incredible amounts of money from Roman businessmen in order to bribe prominent Roman politicians. As Rome rose to prominence they were brought into direct involvement in Egypt’ affairs, directly intervening on several occasions, most notably during Ptolemy XII’s reign. Although Ptolemaic Egypt was still a regionally powerful and immensely wealthy state during this time, it had been weakened over the centuries by dynastic struggles. Ptolemy XII’s rule (80 BCE – 51 BCE) was a precarious and unstable one. Julius Caesar and Cleopatra by Carl Gottlieb Venig (1875-1900)Ĭleopatra VII was the daughter of King Ptolemy XII Auletes (the “Flute Player”). Much of the information used in this article has been sourced from Terje Tvedt’s The Nile. Led by an experienced tour guide, on this tour we explore Egypt’s ancient history, imperial heritage, World Heritage Sites, and world-famous cities, all with some truly spectacular scenery along the way. It is intended as background reading for Odyssey Traveller’s 18-day small group escorted history and culture tour of Egypt for mature and senior travellers. This article explores the political and romantic relationship between Caesar and Cleopatra and its impact on Egyptian history. Ancient Egypt would be transformed as a result. Meeting in Alexandria in the summer of 48 BCE, amidst the turmoil of a power struggle between Cleopatra and her brother, an alliance would be formed built on mutual political needs and uncontrollable romantic attraction. Indeed, historians and wider publics have long been captivated by the entanglement between the intelligent, charismatic, and bold Egyptian queen and the influential Roman dictator who played a key role in the rise of the Roman Empire. The love affair and political alliance between Julius Caesar and Cleopatra VII Philopator is one of history’s most notorious relationships. Julius Caesar and Cleopatra’s Affair in Egypt
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