Marcus Junius Brutus The Younger

Marcus Junius Brutus The Younger

Marcus Junius Brutus (early June, 85 BC – 23 October, 42 BC), often referred to as Brutus, was a politician of the late Roman Republic. After being adopted by his uncle he used the name Quintus Servilius Caepio Brutus, but eventually returned to using his original name.

He is best known in modern times for taking a leading role in the assassination of Julius Caesar.

Read more about Marcus Junius Brutus The Younger:  Early Life, Senate Career, Assassination of Julius Caesar (44 BC), Battle of Philippi (42 BC), Chronology, Legacy

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