... . Historically, Claudius has been seen as a capable ruler who helped to extend the power of the Roman Empire. "Claudius was born on 1 August 10 B.C. at Lugdunum in Gaul, into the heart of the Julio-Claudian dynasty: he was the son of Drusus Claudius Nero, the son of Augustus" wife Livia, and Antonia, the daughter of Mark Antony (Fagan)." Claudius was born with some sort of mental defect ... Claudius experienced good relations with his military throughout his reign, which helped to protect his position of power from those who would try to displace him. Claudius also reformed the financial ...

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