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In the initial battle that occurred at Philippi (in October of 42 BC/BCE) between opposed Roman armies, Marcus Brutus commanded approximately half (about eight legions) of the entire force available to the so-called 'Liberator' army, the other half of which was led by Cassius. Achieving success against the enemy on his front while Cassius' force was routed (with Cassius himself committing suicide in response), he then commanded the entirety of the force that remained -- only to be routed by Octavian and Antony in the second Battle of Philippi a few weeks later.
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Who were the people that were fighting in the battle of phillipi?
The Battle of Philippi was composed of forces led by both Octavian and Marc Antony versus an opposing force led by Gaius Cassius Longinus and Marcus Junius Brutus .
How many children did Marcus brutus have?
Yes three sons and two daughters
How old was Brutus when Caesar died?
We don't know Cassius' age for certain because we don't know when he was born. Only one source gives a vague wave at a date by saying that he was born before 85 BC. Mid forties or early fifties would be a good guess, but only a guess.
What country does the name Marcus come from?
The name Marcus comes from European countries such as Germany, where it is known as Markus, Germany Austria Liechtenstein Poland and Hungary. My name IS Marcus
Who were the first rulers of the Roman Republic?
Lucius junius Brutus was the first leader of the Roman Republic. Julius Caesar was the first leader of the Roman Empire.
