Leaders & Politicians · 21st Century
Ceasar’s Last Words
“I have lived my truth.”— Ceasar, Unknown
Who Was Ceasar?
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 Ceasar's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
Julius Caesar's reported last words were 'Et tu, Brute?' (according to Shakespeare) or possibly nothing according to ancient sources. The quote 'I have lived my truth' is entirely fabricated and anachronistic.
Sources
- biography Suetonius, Lives of the Caesars
- biography Plutarch, Parallel Lives
Legacy
Ceasar's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Ceasar’s last words?
“I have lived my truth.”
How did Ceasar die?
Ceasar died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Ceasar’s last words documented?
Julius Caesar's reported last words were 'Et tu, Brute?' (according to Shakespeare) or possibly nothing according to ancient sources. The quote 'I have lived my truth' is entirely fabricated and anachronistic.
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