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Roman Civil War Fact-Matching Game

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In this interactive game set during the Roman Civil War of 49 BC, players will immerse themselves in the political intrigue and power struggles of ancient Rome.

  • Players will navigate through key events such as Julius Caesar crossing the Rubicon river and his subsequent conflict with Pompey.
  • They will have to make strategic decisions to align themselves with either Caesar or Pompey, ultimately shaping the outcome of the war.
  • Players may also encounter other historical figures such as Cleopatra and Cicero, adding depth to their understanding of the time period.

Game Details: a fact-matching game where you piece together important information fragments. Use spells for hints and extra time!

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  • Julius Caesar initiated the Roman Civil War in 49 BC
  • The war was fought between Caesar's forces and those of the Roman Republic
  • Caesar's opponents were led by Pompey the Great
  • The war was sparked by political tensions and power struggles within the Roman Republic
  • Caesar crossed the Rubicon River in northern Italy, which was considered an act of war
  • Caesar's forces quickly advanced and took control of Rome
  • Pompey and many senators fled to Greece
  • Caesar pursued Pompey and defeated him in the Battle of Pharsalus
  • Pompey was eventually assassinated in Egypt
  • Caesar declared himself dictator and enacted various reforms
  • Caesar's reforms included granting citizenship to more people and implementing land redistribution
  • Caesar's rule caused further discontent among the Roman elite
  • After Caesar's assassination in 44 BC, a power struggle ensued between his supporters and his opponents
  • This power struggle ultimately resulted in the formation of the Second Triumvirate
  • The Second Triumvirate consisted of Octavian (later known as Augustus), Mark Antony, and Lepidus
  • The Triumvirate defeated Caesar's assassins in the Battle of Philippi
  • Lepidus was eventually pushed aside, leaving Octavian and Antony as the key figures
  • Octavian and Antony's alliance deteriorated, leading to another civil war
  • The final battle of the Roman Civil War took place at Actium in 31 BC
  • Octavian emerged victorious, and Antony and his lover Cleopatra committed suicide.

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