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Roman Empire

Caligula was assassinated

Thursday Jan 24, 41
Palatine Hill, Rome, Italy, Roman Empire

In 41, Caligula was assassinated by the commander of the guard Cassius Chaerea. Also killed were his fourth wife Caesonia and their daughter Julia Drusilla. For two days following his assassination, the senate debated the merits of restoring the Republic.


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