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    Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa was a Roman general, statesman and architect who was a close friend, son-in-law and lieutenant to the Roman emperor Augustus. Agrippa is well known for his important military victories, notably the Battle of Actium in 31 BC against the forces of Mark Antony and Cleopatra. He was also responsible for the construction of some of the most notable buildings of his era, including the original Pantheon.
    Bornc. 63 BC · Uncertain location, possibly Arpino, Istria or Asisium, Roman Republic
    Died12 BC (aged 50–51) · Campania, Roman Italy, Roman Empire
    Occupation(s)Military commander, politician
    SpousesCaecilia Attica · Claudia Marcella Maior · Julia the Elder
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    Agrippa - The Empire's Architect
    Agrippa - The Empire's Architect
    He was a loyal friend, a brilliant general, and a visionary architect. He helped shape the Roman Empire and left behind some of the most impressive monuments in history. He was Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa, and this is his story.
    Early life, family, and early career

    Agrippa was born c. 63 BC, in an uncertain location. His father was called Lucius Vipsanius. His mother's name is not known and Pliny the Elder claimed that his cognomen "Agrippa" derived from him having been … See more

    Rise to power

    After Octavian's return to Rome, he and his supporters realised they needed the support of legions. Agrippa helped Octavian to levy troops in Campania. Once Octavian had his legions, he made a pact with Mark Antony… See more

    Public service

    Agrippa participated in smaller military campaigns in 35 and 34 BC, but by the autumn of 34 BC he had returned to Rome. He rapidly set out on a campaign of public repairs and improvements, including renovation … See more

    Later life

    Agrippa's friendship with Augustus seems to have been clouded by the jealousy of Augustus's nephew and son-in-law Marcus Claudius Marcellus. Traditionally it is said that the result of such jealousy was that Agrippa lef… See more

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