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The work presents a concise biographical account of a Roman leader, tracing his birth, upbringing, education, and early public honors, then following his interactions with a dominant predecessor and his gradual engagement in civil conflict. It describes his political ascent from youthful priestly office through military and diplomatic efforts, his consolidation of power across territories, and the administrative measures used to stabilize and govern diverse peoples. The narrative emphasizes both martial achievements and the later use of clemency, public benefaction, and institutional reform, while noting monuments, religious honors, and the author's aim to record facts for historical clarity.

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Title: Nicolaus of Damascus' life of Augustus

Translated with a commentary

Author: of Damascus Nicolaus

Translator: Clayton Morris Hall

Release date: September 16, 2024 [eBook #74423]

Language: English

Original publication: United States: Johns Hopkins University, 1922

Credits: Ian Crann, Turgut Dincer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

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NICOLAUS OF DAMASCUS’
LIFE OF AUGUSTUS

Translated with a Commentary

A Dissertation submitted to the Board of University Studies of the Johns Hopkins University in conformity with the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy

By

Clayton M. Hall

1922