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  1. Jun 2020
    1. After his victory at Actium in 31 BC Augustus pursued his defeated rivals, Antony and Kleopatra, to Alexandria in Egypt. After capturing the city,

      Q2 & Q3: In 31 BCE, Augustus was successful in capturing the city of Actium. After his victory, he ended up chasing down Kleopatra and Antony, bringing him to Alexandria. After leading to both of their deaths, Augustus also killed their son while in Alexandria.

    2. tomb of Alexander the Great

      Q1: While residing in Alexandria, Augustus wanted to see the tomb of Alexander the Great. He revered him to the point of even honoring him with a golden crown atop his embalmed body.