Livia Drusilla

Livia Drusilla, later known as Julia Augusta, was born to Marcus Livius Drusus Claudianus and Alfidia in Rome, Italy.

At the age of 15, Livia was married to Tiberius Claudius Nero, a prominent Roman politician, with whom she would have two sons, Tiberius and Drusus.

Livia gave birth to her first son, Tiberius, who would later become the second Roman Emperor. Tiberius was born in Rome, Italy.

Livia gave birth to her second son, Nero Claudius Drusus, known as Drusus, who would become a significant Roman general and political figure.

Livia divorced Tiberius Claudius Nero to marry Gaius Julius Caesar Octavianus (later Augustus), a move that solidified her political influence in Rome.

Livia married Gaius Julius Caesar Octavianus, who would become Augustus, the first Roman Emperor. This marriage was a significant political alliance.

Livia began to exert significant influence over Augustus, providing him with political advice and support in his governance of the Roman Empire.

Augustus formally adopted Livia's son Tiberius, ensuring his succession to the imperial throne and solidifying Livia's dynastic influence.

Augustus is granted the title of Emperor by the Roman Senate, marking the beginning of the Roman Empire and Livia's role as Empress.

Livia Drusilla, now known as Julia Augusta, dies in Rome at the age of 51, leaving a lasting legacy in Roman history and politics.

Livia's son, Drusus, dies while on a military campaign in Germany, a significant personal loss for Livia and a blow to the imperial family.

Augustus dies, and Tiberius, Livia's son, succeeds him as Emperor. Livia continues to wield significant influence in the imperial court.

Livia is granted the title of Augusta by the Roman Senate, recognizing her status and influence in the Roman Empire.