Part 57

Master Part 57 of the Civilization V guide, detailing historical events, powerful units like the Legion, and strategic wonders such as Glory of Rome.

The text provided details historical events related to the Roman Republic and Empire, including the fall of Carthage, political infighting, the rise of Julius Caesar, and the establishment of the Roman Empire under Augustus. It also touches upon game-specific elements for Civilization V, such as the wonder 'Glory of Rome,' and unique units like the 'Legion,' and siege units like the 'Ballista' and 'Cannon.'

Game Mechanics and Units:

• Glory of Rome: An exceptional wonder for a capital city with quick production, helping new cities flourish rapidly, especially when combined with other wonders that improve building speed.
• Ballista: A siege unit more powerful than the Catapult, with the Cannon being a significant upgrade.
• Legion: Considered one of the best unique units due to its ability to build roads and a combat bonus. They are useful on borders for both building and defense, saving worker time.

Historical Context (Roman Republic/Empire):

• The destruction of Carthage in 146 BC marked Rome's undisputed mastery of the Mediterranean.
• Political instability in the first century BC led to populist movements and bitter infighting as demobilized soldiers sought land reforms.
• Sulla's marches into Rome in 88 BC and 83 BC demonstrated that control of the city depended on military loyalty.
• The First Triumvirate (Gnaeus Pompey the Great, Marcus Licinius Crassus, and Julius Caesar) formed in 62 BC to share power.
• Caesar's advance on Rome in 49 BC, after the Senate and Pompey fled, led to his unopposed entry.
• Julius Caesar became a de facto dictator, altering the constitution before his assassination in 44 BC.
• The Second Triumvirate (Mark Antony, Marcus Lepidus, and Gaius Octavian) defeated Caesar's assassins.
• Octavian, later known as Augustus, became the first Roman Emperor, initiating the Pax Romana and a golden age of Roman culture.

Augustus Caesar (Gaius Octavius):

• Born in 63 BC, he was the grand-nephew and adopted heir of Julius Caesar.
• He ended a century of civil wars and initiated the Pax Romana.
• After Caesar's assassination, he formed the Second Triumvirate and eventually became Emperor.