– Octavian was the first Roman emperor and ruled from 27 BC until his death in AD 14. He was born Gaius Octavius Thurinus in 63 BC, and was later adopted by his great-uncle Julius Caesar, becoming Gaius Julius Caesar Octavianus.
– Octavian was known for his military campaigns, including the defeat of Mark Antony and Cleopatra at the Battle of Actium in 31 BC. He also oversaw the expansion of the Roman Empire, including the conquest of Egypt.
– Octavian was a patron of the arts and literature, and was known for his support of poets such as Virgil and Horace. He also commissioned many public works, including the construction of roads, aqueducts, and public buildings throughout the empire.
