Ovid

Although the Julian Dynasty of ancient Rome has delivered many examples of powerful and ambitious imperial women, not all of them were meant to become an empress. The reign of Emperor Augustus alone offered three potential empresses of Rome, four if one includes his daughter Julia. In the end Livia Drusilla was the lucky one to assume the coveted title and was recognized as the first empress of the Julian Dynasty, but the other women in Augustus’ life were no less interesting. In his 40-year rule, Augustus consolidated control in the provinces. He also annexed new lands in Europe and Asia Minor and forged alliances that effectively extended his realm's control. Although this took him away from Rome for a