Triumvirate: Brutus's Role In The Death Of Caesar

The second Triumvirate was formed after the death of Caesar to get revenge. This Triumvirates wanted to stop Brutus and Cassius from having great power. The first Triumvirate that Brutus was part of, show how important he was. Brutus was thought to be honest, noble, educated and well respected. His role in the death of Caesar would be the start of many changes. 5

There are some things about him that let you know how he felt about Rome. These things reveal how he had a close tie with Caesar. Brutus was the son of Servilia who was supposed to be the mistress of Julius Caesar. His father, Lucius Junios Brutus, was the founder of the Roman Republic. These facts alone establish a history between Brutus and Caesar. 5

When the conspirators came to Brutus he wanted no part in

He would leave people under him to rule. Brutus wanted Rome to remain a republic. His love for his country caused him to take action. It would actions he would regret. The day of the assassination there was a meeting with the senators and Caesar. 6

Julius Caesar did not suspect anything. He knew that there were many who did not agree with his leadership. Caesar acted as if there was no fear for his safety. He let his guards go before he met with the senators. He was given warning of the plot in a note but did not read it. He walked right into their trap. 6

Then plot played out before the meeting started. All the senators closed in on Caesar holding knives. Servillius Casca hit him first with his knife in his neck. The others joined in and stabbed him over and over. They stabbed him in many places over his body. 5

Brutus hit Caesar in his groin area that took Caesar by surprise. He looked at Brutus and said, “You, too, my child?” (History Channel) Caesar’s question came in his shock to see Brutus taking part. Brutus and Caesar had a close connection as stated earlier. Caesar thought of Brutus as his protégé.