A boy who could ride a horse with his arms behind his back A fierce and brave soldier A powerful emperor betrayed by his best friends He came. He saw. He conquered. Julius Caesar was a force to be reckoned with as a savvy politician, an impressive orator, and a brave soldier. Born in Rome in 100 BC, he quickly climbed the ladder of Roman politics, making allies–and enemies–along the way. His victories in battle awarded him the support of the people, but flush from power, he named himself dictato ...