Leaders & Politicians · 21st Century
Ceaser’s Last Words
“I have lived my truth.”— Ceaser, Unknown
Who Was Ceaser?
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 Ceaser's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
Julius Caesar's last words are famously disputed between 'Et tu, Brute?' and Greek 'Kai su, teknon?'. The phrase 'I have lived my truth' has no basis in ancient sources.
Sources
- biography Suetonius' The Twelve Caesars
- biography Plutarch's Lives
Legacy
Ceaser's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Ceaser’s last words?
“I have lived my truth.”
How did Ceaser die?
Ceaser died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Ceaser’s last words documented?
Julius Caesar's last words are famously disputed between 'Et tu, Brute?' and Greek 'Kai su, teknon?'. The phrase 'I have lived my truth' has no basis in ancient sources.
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