Caesar's Political Career (8 Events)

By Linda.Lin
  • Birth of Julius Caesar
    100 BCE

    Birth of Julius Caesar

    Julius Caesar was born into a patrician family in Rome.This was the beginning of one of Rome's most influential figures.
  • Caesar Becomes Quaestor
    69 BCE

    Caesar Becomes Quaestor

    Caesar began his political career by being elected quaestor,a financial officer in the Roman Republic.
  • Aedile of Rome
    65 BCE

    Aedile of Rome

    Caesar was elected aedile.He organized games and public festivals,which increased his popularity with the Roman people.
  • Pontifex Maximus
    63 BCE

    Pontifex Maximus

    Caesar became Pontifex Maximus,the chief priest of Rome.This gave him influence over Roman religion and society.
  • Formation of the First Triumvirate
    60 BCE

    Formation of the First Triumvirate

    Caesar formed the First Triumvirate with Pompey and Crassus.Together,they shared power and influenced Roman politics.
  • Caesar Becomes Consul
    59 BCE

    Caesar Becomes Consul

    Julius Caesar elected consul ,the highest office in Rome.He passed laws that favored his allies and strengthened his position.
  • Caesar's Campaign in Gaul
    58 BCE

    Caesar's Campaign in Gaul

    Caesar led military campaigns in Gaul,expanding Roman territory and gaining fame as a great general.He wrote about his success in The Gallic Wars.
  • Crossing the Rubicon
    49 BCE

    Crossing the Rubicon

    Caesar crossed the Rubicon River with his army,declaring war on the Senate.This act led to a civil war and his eventual rise to power.