Leaders & Politicians · 21st Century
Caesars’s Last Words
“I have lived my truth.”— Caesars, Unknown
Who Was Caesars?
Gaius Julius Caesar was a Roman general, statesman, and author who was the dictator of the Roman Republic almost continuously from 49 BC until his assassination in 44 BC. A member of the First Triumvirate, he led the Roman armies through the Gallic Wars and defeated his political rival Pompey in Caesar's civil war.
The Final Moments
The circumstances surrounding Caesars's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
Same as 'Ceasars' entry—this refers to multiple Roman emperors with varying documented deaths in classical sources. The modern English phrase 'I have lived my truth' appears in no ancient text.
Sources
- academic Suetonius 'The Twelve Caesars'
- academic Plutarch's Lives
Legacy
Caesars's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Caesars’s last words?
“I have lived my truth.”
How did Caesars die?
Caesars died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Caesars’s last words documented?
Same as 'Ceasars' entry—this refers to multiple Roman emperors with varying documented deaths in classical sources. The modern English phrase 'I have lived my truth' appears in no ancient text.
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