Overachiever Extraordinaire | The Life & Times of Pompey the Great

The video explores the life of Pompey, a key figure in the late Roman Republic. It covers his rise to power, military achievements, and his role in the First Triumvirate with Caesar and Crassus. The narrative highlights his eventual downfall and death in Egypt, emphasizing the political dynamics and conflicts of the era.

What role did Marius and Sulla play in the events leading up to Pompey's rise?

Explain the significance of the triumph that Pompey threw upon his return to Rome.

What were the implications of Caesar crossing the Rubicon for Pompey?