The Ides of March

March 15, 2010

The steps where Caesar was killed.

2054 years ago Caesar was assassinated on these very steps.

Today, their ruins sit amid the busy streets of Rome, with only a small fence surrounding the area.

I always encourage people to look for any excuse to celebrate any outlandish holiday so; have a toga party, read Plutarch, watch Rome or Marlon Brando play Mark Antony (’53 Julius Caesar), and eat a Caesar Salad in remembrance of this great day in history.

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Posted by nomadicmusings
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One Response to “The Ides of March”

  1. n. said
    June 16, 2010 at 7:05 pm

    I enjoy the juxtaposition of a toga party and reading Plutarch. Refined while hinting at a loss of one’s dignity. Delightful.

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