One of these was led by his great-uncle, Julius Caesar. Then Augustus got a lucky break. In 46 BC, Caesar won the civil war and was named dictator of Rome. To secure his position, he needed an heir.

Julius Caesar:What is now amiss? Metellus Cimber:Most high, most mighty, and most puissant Caesar, Metellus Cimber throws before thy seat an humble heart. Julius Caesar:I must prevent thee ...

Marcus Brutus:If there be any in this assembly, any dear friend of Caesar's, to him I say Brutus' love to Caesar was no less than his. If then that friend demand why Brutus rose against Caesar ...