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Caesar
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"Caesar" was a title used by the rulers of the Roman Empire, originally derived from Julius Caesar's name. It became an important symbol of imperial power and authority that helped define how the Roman Empire was governed and understood.
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Caesar is a title of imperial character. It derives from the cognomen of Julius Caesar. The change from being a surname to a title used by the Roman emperors can be traced to AD 68, following the fall of the Julio-Claudian dynasty. When used on its own, the title denoted heirs apparent, who would later adopt the title Augustus on accession. The title remained an essential part of the style of the emperors, and became the word for "emperor" in some languages, such as German (Kaiser) and Slavic (Tsar).
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