What did Pompey do to Caesar?

Pompey defeated Caesar in 48 BC at the Battle of Dyrrhachium, but was himself defeated decisively at the Battle of Pharsalus. Many former Pompeians, including Marcus Junius Brutus and Cicero, surrendered after the battle, while others, eg Cato the Younger and Metellus Scipio fought on.

What did Crassus do?

Marcus Licinius Crassus (/ˈkræsəs/; 115 – 53 BC) was a Roman general and statesman who played a key role in the transformation of the Roman Republic into the Roman Empire. He is often called “the richest man in Rome.” Following his second consulship, Crassus was appointed as the governor of Roman Syria.

What were Crassus’s political views?

He was a supporter of the tradicinal Roman Republic and Stoic philosophy. His ideal was Marcus Porcius Cato the Elder. Crassus temporary withdraw from politics after the Catiline’s defeat, while Caesar acted on behalf of Pompey. Again in Rome there were riots and the Senate declared a state of emergency.

Why did Caesar return to Rome as a rich man?

In 60 BC, Caesar returned to Rome from Spain. For the short time of his government in Spain, Caesar managed to conquer Lusitanians, to rebuild ruined economy of the province and his finances. Caesar returned to Rome as a rich man.

How does Caesar react to the Senate’s reaction to his triumph?

In front of the Rome Caesar expected triumph since he fought to set up in the absence his candidacy for the consulate. This provokes a reaction by the Senate. However, Caesar renounced triumph, came to Rome and personally participated in the elections for the consul.

What did Caesar do to the poor in 59 BC?

In 59 BC, Caesar as Consul implemented two agrarian Laws. The land plots were given to 20.000 people, mostly to Pompey’s veterans, poor citizens with at least three children. The Senate harshly reacted on this decision, and they decided to present the problem to the National Assembly.