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ColonialGovernor t1_ixla6oo wrote

Reply to comment by ScoffSlaphead72 in Coins study suggests ‘fake emperor’ was real, say scientists by IslandChillin

I find the King and emperor relationship a good example. Just a twist with the Caesar is that i think it also implies succession. Maybe like a king and crown prince relationship.

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Welshhoppo t1_ixlhphe wrote

Sometimes usurpers would call themselves Caesar to try and appease the ruling Emperor. "I'm not really after your job, I'm just helping you out see. I'm totally just a Caesar."

Although that was later under the Tetrarch when the distinction was made by Diocletian.

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Ferengi_Earwax t1_ixmmbxs wrote

My names Brutus, I'm not trying to stab you, just trying to scratch your back. ;)

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