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Battle of Actium / 31 Bc
CLEOPATRA VII Ruled 58-55 BC The Battle of Actium, Cleopatra directs her fleet against the Romans commanded by Octavian
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Actium Cleopatra Commanded Directs Octavian Romans Fleet
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The Battle of Actium, fought on September 2, 31 BC, was a pivotal moment in the history of the Roman Republic. Depicted in this evocative print from Mary Evans Picture Library is the legendary queen of Egypt, Cleopatra VII, boldly leading her fleet against the formidable Roman forces commanded by Octavian, who would later become the first Roman Emperor, Augustus. The scene unfolds in the waters of the Ionian Sea, off the coast of Actium in Epirus, Greece. Cleopatra, dressed in regal attire and adorned with the symbols of Egyptian power, stands at the helm of her royal barge, her determined gaze fixed on the horizon where the Roman fleet is approaching. Her navy, a formidable force of over 600 ships, was aided by her two powerful allies, Mark Antony and Marcus Lepidus. Octavian, however, was a formidable opponent. With a fleet of around 400 ships and the loyalty of the majority of the Roman legions, he was determined to secure his claim to the Roman throne. The Battle of Actium was the decisive confrontation between Cleopatra and Octavian, with the outcome having far-reaching consequences for the Mediterranean world. The battle was long and fierce, with neither side gaining a clear advantage. Cleopatra's fleet initially held the upper hand, but Octavian's superior tactics and the defection of several key allies eventually turned the tide in his favor. The queen was forced to retreat to Egypt, marking the end of the Hellenistic period and the beginning of the Roman Empire. This print offers a glimpse into one of the most significant moments in ancient history, with Cleopatra's defiant stance against the encroaching Roman forces serving as a reminder of her enduring legacy as a powerful and enigmatic ruler.
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