Tuesday, February 1, 2011

Marc Antony



Who is this man?
Marc Antony was a Roman politician and general. He was a supportive loyal friend of Julius Caesar.  
What is he famous for?
He is most famous for taking control of Egypt and fell in love with Cleopatra. At the battle of Actium in 31 B.C. their naval forces were routed by the Octavian. 
What time period did he live in?
Marc Antony lived from 83 BC to 30 BC.
Interesting Facts:
Marc Antony committed suicide and so did Cleopatra. At Julius Caesar's funeral he wrote the eulogy. Antony's father died when he was young and his step father was executed. Lastly, Antony was always a capable soldier and well liked by his troops. 

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