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The army becomes loyal to the emperor rather than the Senate because Octavian personally pays the soldiers.
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Personal imperial army
The army becomes loyal to the emperor rather than the Senate because Octavian personally pays the soldiers.
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"Okay? Augustus Caesar was in power for 40 years. Over time, he became even more powerful than a king. This is what he did...."
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"Okay? So, basically, he made the entire army loyal to him personally. So, he now has the power of God. The Roman people allowed..."
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Rome does not hand Octavian power because he is the best general, the most charismatic speaker, or the obvious heir.
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