The Lives of the Caesars · Character
Cassius
Lean, sharp-tongued soldier whose old grudges against Caesar hardened into the dagger that struck him down.
supporting
Also known as Gaius Cassius, Cassius Longinus, Lucius Cassius Longinus
First appearance: book i the deified julius
As a supporting figure in The Lives of the Caesars, Cassius is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
Another of Caesar's assassins, opposed by Augustus at the Battle of Philippi.
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With Augustus (rivalry): Cassius was a leading conspirator in the assassination of Julius Caesar, making him a mortal enemy of Augustus (Octavian). With Augustus (rivalry): Cassius was a leading conspirator in the…
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