Assassination of Julius Caesar: A Successful Attack That Led to Disaster
Julius Caesar, perhaps Rome's greatest military commander, was assassinated by his opponents after rising to dictator. The attack succeeded perfectly, yet it ultimately led to catastrophic consequences. The article draws a parallel to the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in Sarajevo, which triggered World War I, suggesting that even successful assassinations can result in unforeseen disasters.
Key facts
- Julius Caesar was one of Rome's best military commanders.
- Caesar became dictator, leading opponents to assassinate him.
- The assassination was technically successful.
- The attack had grave consequences.
- The article compares Caesar's assassination to that of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.
- Franz Ferdinand's assassination in Sarajevo sparked World War I.
- The title quotes a line about visiting Sarajevo and being bombed.
- The source is NZZ Feuilleton.
Entities
Institutions
- NZZ Feuilleton
Locations
- Sarajevo
- Rome