Julia the Elder (daughter of Augustus)
(39 BCE - 14 CE)
Julia the Elder was born in 39 BCE as the only daughter of Emperor Octavian Augustus and Scribonia. She became famous for her scandalous behavior.
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Biographies of Romans (Women)
Women in ancient Rome played a significant role in the familial, social, religious, and political life of the Roman Empire, yet they often remained in the shadow of official history. In this category, you’ll find articles devoted to Roman women of various ranks—from empresses and aristocrats, through priestesses and freedwomen, to everyday women. The texts explore their legal status, influence, customs, and significance in the ancient world, drawing on historical sources.
Livia Drusilla
(30 January 58 BCE - 29 CE)
Livia Drusilla was the last wife of Emperor Augustus, who reigned from 27 BCE to 14 CE. Their marriage lasted over 50 years and was characterized by mutual loyalty.
Cleopatra VII
(69 - 12 August 30 BCE)
Cleopatra VII, called the Great. She was the last pharaoh ruling Egypt of Ptolemy. After her death, Egypt was ruled by the Romans.
Octavia the Younger
(69 - 11 BCE)
Octavia the Younger was born in 69 BCE. She was the older sister of the future first emperor of Rome - Octavian Augustus, and the fourth wife of the commander Mark Antony.
Tullia – daughter of Cicero
(79/8 - 45 BCE)
Tullia - the beloved daughter of an eminent Roman speaker and politician, Cicero - was born in 79 or 78 BCE. She was the first child and the only daughter of Cicero and Terentia. Her younger brother was Marcus Tullius Cicero Minor - who became a consul in 30 BCE.
Cornelia Africana the Younger
(c. 190-100 BCE)
Cornelia Africana the Younger went down in history as an exemplary Roman matron who lived in accordance with Roman values and as the mother of Tiberius and Gaius Gracchi.
