Augustus Caesar (Octavian) was born in 63 BCE. He served as Imperator from 44-27 BCE and as the first Roman Emperor from 27 BCE-14 CE. After Julius Caesar’s death, Augustus, his great-nephew, defeated Mark Antony and Cleopatra and took control over the Roman senate. He expanded the empire, restored peace and built bridges, aqueducts and buildings.   See also- Shrine to Augustus, 31 BCE