Caligula

Description: (Roman Emperor From 37 AD to 41 AD)

Gaius Julius Caesar Augustus Germanicus, who was nicknamed ‘Caligula,’ was the third emperor of ‘Roman Empire.’ The unfortunate death of his father Germanicus and later the death of Tiberius in 37 AD led Caligula to the throne as the emperor of Rome. The first six months of Caligula’s reign were absolutely blissful as he brought forth several reforms and policies that were meant for the benefit of his citizens. However, following his ill health, he became a tyrannical leader. During the latter half of his reign, Caligula faced the consequences of his insane orders and engagements. He killed according to his whims and fancies, squandered state treasury, engaged in sexual activities with wives of other men, called himself God, directed much of his attention to ambitious construction projects, and became increasingly self-absorbed. His fear of dethronement was so high that he killed members of his family, including his sisters, brother, and son. However, not everything was negative during his reign. Caligula supervised abolishment of certain taxes, helped better Roman infrastructure and public transportation, and aided those harmed by natural calamities or mean rules

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Birthday August 31, 0 (Virgo)
Born In Roman Empire
Alternative names Gaius Julius Caesar Germanicus
Died on January 24, 0
Spouse/Ex- Junia Claudillam (33AD–34AD), Livia Orestillam (37AD–37AD), Lollia Paulinam (38AD–38AD), Milonia Caesonia (m. 39 AD–41 AD)
Parents Germanicus
Agrippina the Elder
Children Julia Drusilla
Relatives Agrippina the Younger, Drusus Caesar, Julia Drusilla, Julia Livilla, Nero Julius Caesar
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