VCE Ancient History — Unit 4

Augustus and the Roman Empire — Flashcards & Quiz

Augustus (Gaius Octavius, 63 BCE – 14 CE) transformed Rome from a Republic into the Empire under the Principate. VCE Ancient History Unit 4 asks you to describe his rise to power, the institutional changes he introduced, and his long-term impact on Roman governance. Primary sources include the Res Gestae (Augustus's own account) and Tacitus's critical Annals.

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