Mark Antony: Lover of Cleopatra, Rival for an Empire

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Source/Further reading:
Utterly excellent, multi-part podcast retelling of Antony and Octavian’s rivalry (plus background). This is the first episode: thehistoryofrome.typepad.com/...
Good, detailed, readable bio: www.ancient.eu/Mark_Antony/
ThoughtCo: www.thoughtco.com/mark-antony...
Some good details on Antony and Cleopatra: www.nationalgeographic.com/hi...
Britannica’s bio: www.britannica.com/biography/...
History’s take: www.history.com/topics/ancien...
Biography’s take: www.biography.com/political-f...
The Battle of Actium: www.history.com/this-day-in-h...
Antony’s death scene in Shakespeare: www.shakespeare-online.com/pla...

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[@mattbillington4602]

“Another dude you don’t need to bother remembering” - Crassus (the richest man in Rome) 😂😭

[@whiteoctober4582]

Poor Crassus F

[@70snostalgia]

And still one of the richest men that's ever been.

[@termeownator]

@@70snostalgia isn't he like 6 or so on lists of wealthiest men adjusted for inflation? And I don't think that even counts the gold poured down his throat

[@nickd.9955]

Simon really did Crassus dirty like that

[@roodbennett]

Goldie Crassus. 😏😅

[@jd4278]

Mark Antony lived, partied, and died like a good frat boy

[@martytu20]

JD while carrying a love affair with his high school celebrity crush.

[@Skelstoolbox]

Total roman Chad, banging Staciums and playing sticky fingers under the togas...

[@richardmarty9939]

The Jared K of our story!

[@12jswilson]

Pretty good general too

[@infinitememegod]

@Nav I still a simp

[@MaxwellAerialPhotography]

I still think that James Purefoy’s performance as Mark Antony in HBO’s Rome is probably one of the most underrated performances on TV history. His death is so heart rending.

[@lordtrigon1733]

You know he’d be a terrible emperor but you just can’t help but root for him, Purefoy made him the highlight of the show.

[@sergoldenhandthejust1495]

Purefoy is Antony imo

[@Ari33sa]

absolutely :D I loved him.

[@wf2dom]

@@lordtrigon1733 I feel the same.. I think Augustus was clearly better suited for leadership but for some reason everytime I hear this story I always root for Marcus Antonius 😁 strange init

[@gianfrancofronzi8368]

Purfoy played such a charismatic Mark Antony that he was the star of the show. You just can't put down a general that is eating bread and telling the other guys that if you need to urinate do it now.

[@slightlybored]

they are literally gonna do EVERY single roman before doing augustus

[@eternalparadox8479]

Maybe they'll do it this august -_- just after lepidus, crassus, aurelius, etc.

[@lucas3918]

@@eternalparadox8479 Would they even bother with Lepidus though? Not that I would ever imply he's not important, but in most of my readings on the subject, he was a footnote. If they're willing degrade Crassus to "some guy you don't need to remember," I doubt they'll give much love to Lepidus. I do agree however that they MUST do Aurileus eventually.

[@eternalparadox8479]

It was sarcasm... I really do hope they'll do Octavian justice... This vid covered many events involving him but there's still much to cover... Maybe after finishing the five good emperors

[@drswag0076]

it'll be a good day when Biographics uploads a video about Rome's first emperor.

[@historyrepeat402]

Rejoice now haha

[@ethanramos4441]

“I shall be a good politician. Even if it kills me. Or if it kills anyone else, for that matter” Mark Antony

[@tomurg]

Ethan Ramos haha, HBO’s Rome

[@justlikeme2797]

That's the most Anthony things ever 🤣. A shame we only got two seasons.

[@Wallyworld30]

It's almost like Antony lived 2 lives. One before Ceasar's death and one after. So much of his life was documented from over 2k years ago is crazy. Especially since Augustus tried having Antony removed from all history books in an attempt to erase Antony forever.

[@cinnamon3578]

I didn't know Augustus tried that. Can you send me a link?

[@Wallyworld30]

The Classicist I heard it on Mike Duncan’s History of Rome podcast. He’s usually spot on with his information.

[@motionpictures6629]

Anthony was the ancestor of 4 emperors. through Octavia he was ancestor to Caligula, Claudius and Nero and through Fulvia he was ancestor of Nerva. His kids made shure he is remembert. His daughter with Cleopatra, Cleopatra Selena become Queen of Nubia and his sons with Cleopatra Kings of Pontus, Emesa, Mauretania and Iberia

[@taskforceknight9336]

@@Wallyworld30 Buffy don't believe what somebody said on a podcast.Actually do research on it yourself.Augustus decided to keep Antony kids under Octavia care.If he wanted every trace of Antony raised then he would have executed his kids as well.

[@Wallyworld30]

elite aviator He did try and eradicate him from history. His children were not allowed to ever name any of their offspring after Mark Antony.

[@sikViduser]

Caesar never had an awkward moment in his life. When he saw Mark Anthony again he was like, "Vacations over loser. I got work for you do!" and Mark was like, "Yes boss."

[@patmullarkey7659]

re: Caesar and awkward moments in his life.... you ever hear of "the Queen of Bithynia"...? He was rumored to have had a sexual relationship with the King. He was there on Rome's business but he took a long time getting back home....

[@MrArtVein]

@@patmullarkey7659 sounds like Caesar to me. I'm convinced he was what we'd consider today a famous serial killer. Like if American Psycho was a biopic documentary, it'd be Caesar. It all starts with his mom dying and subsequent mommy issues

[@petekdemircioglu]

Yes but he forgave Brutus who had attempted that. And than Brutus did it again. And he died.

[@FormerGovernmentHuman]

@@MrArtVein I don’t think psychopaths can forgive as much as Caesar. Other than massacring the gauls, the Helveti and the Britons, which is characteristically Roman. Caesar really was a “good” and “great” leader, he took care of his supporters and he took care of his men and was equally loved by both. He showed unending mercy on his greatest enemies and rivals, and paid with his life for it. Even when he attained full power most of his actions were arguably for a better Rome. He attacked poverty, unemployment, land reforms, tax reforms, military reforms and by extension of his wars military expansion. All of these actions were incredibly popular with the plebs and soldiers, hence why everyone was so outraged when he was murdered. They were expecting alot from Caesar, and he was fulfilling his obligations. He also contributed more territory to Rome than any other Roman. His death and the void of power it left contributed more to the coming empire than he ever really could.

[@graham5716]

"Not Rex, but Caesar" to where the entire crowd went silent

[@mitchellneu]

A vid on one of the most infamous lovesick dudes in history....on Valentine's Day...nice.

[@dougroberts9821]

Mitch Neu true

[@shindari]

If there is an afterlife, one of the people I would love to meet would be Cleopatra. Because apparently this singular bitch was one of the most captivating women who ever lived, and who seduced not one, but two men, into shaping world history in their own unfortunate ways. We really have Cleopatra to thank for the direction that Rome (and Europe in general) went down after she left this world. The woman left her mark. That really cannot be disputed by anyone.

[@drswag0076]

just noticed that. but Romeo and Juliet got nothing on this. maybe the tale inspired the story.

[@johnsaunders2109]

@@drswag0076 The story of Antony and Cleopatra is one of the most famous in History, im amazed you've not heard of it! Mind you, I suspect you are an American !!!

[@yipyipitsme123]

@@drswag0076 Shakespeare actually wrote a play specifically about Cleopatra and Mark Antony

[@justhereforkicks8208]

I loved the way Simon closed this, I guess it’s perfect for Valentines Day? Also Marc Antony to Cleopatra: “Guess it’s just you and me against the world baby....baby?...”

[@caseyharrington4947]

…my Queen of Queens?

[@rexfulgur8588]

You should do... *Simon Whistler: The Man, The Myth, The Legend*

[@JohnDoe-vn1we]

Piss off troll

[@ThatElfTorunn]

Allegedly

[@stevenguevara2184]

His beard deserves its own episode.

[@ThatElfTorunn]

@@stevenguevara2184 it is indeed a mighty beard

[@user-oz3vl4xd1k]

Mark Antony is the perfect example why you can't judge a general's skill and talent just by looking at his win-loss record.

[@mastergator9641]

Well, I guess that depends on if you want to win or not

[@greatboniwanker]

Remembering that scene in Rome when Mark Anthony makes his troops stand & wait while he enjoys the hospitality of a local beauty.

[@vikingodin1986]

Yup and he wasn't under the standard :)

[@nognacho5477]

Is this a show or a movie??

[@greatboniwanker]

@@nognacho5477 ROME (@HBO)

[@nognacho5477]

@@greatboniwanker Time to non-stop watch some more hbo max 🤷

[@johnsaunders2109]

If you think Rome was History you probably think The Patriot is! The ridiculous portrayal of Octavians mother as a super intriguer was laughable, as was her totally fictitious affair with Antony ! The whole thing was fiction !

[@funnybunnie4801]

Leaving out Crassus is probably the most savage roast on this channel 😂 Pressing F for my rich homeboi 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

[@deandre2680]

He got clapped in Parthia

[@TheCourtGossiper]

Mark Antony was a heavy drink well we was a teen, a womanizer and "stole" his bestfriends girlfriend. And he is One of the most admired people ever See mom, I'm not that big of a mess

[@aolcom-nl9qb]

Anthony likely was a ulgy drunk, moreover not a good strategist, olny good if anything could win a battle, but not a campaign.

[@TheCourtGossiper]

@@aolcom-nl9qb agree And then again, i would say most historical people would be disapointing if we met them

[@barbaravick5634]

History by Filipa Was that English?

[@joshowoh9072]

He also accomplished more than anyone today would fathom....

[@jackj9816]

He didn’t steal her Caesar was long dead when he shacked up with her remember it was pretty common then to get remarried or find another partner soon after yours died

[@marcomcdowell8861]

I doubt Antony said that. It was more like, "Yeeearghh!"

[@jackcandy8450]

marco mcdowell I laughed so damn hard at this thank you man I needed that

[@nenadthegreat3624]

"Another dude you don't need to bother remembering" **Sad Crassus noises**

[@vincentmalab3289]

Before Romeo and Juliet we have Mark Anthony and Cleopatra. Happy Valentine's Day Simon and Everyone and to me.

[@julesceezy9694]

My boy Mark Antony finally getting some love. Though love is what killed him in the first place so maybe not a good thing.

[@Wallyworld30]

The series Rome paints Cleopatra as a terrible influence on Mark Anthony. Hard to believe anybody could be a bad influence on him.

[@AtlisDe]

@@Wallyworld30 i mean from this video it sounds like he was the bad influence on her. The way he fed into some maybe not so good habits as a ruler, and the delusions that they could defeat octavian.

[@k.s.burney5102]

I get the impression they were a bad influence on each other. Antony’s downfall was supporting Caesarian and the idea of giving Roman territory to he and Cleopatras children. That really gave Octavian all the ammo he needed to declare war against Antony. Cleopatra’s downfall was thinking she could create a new empire with Antony. He wasn’t exactly the sharpest guy when it came to building an empire. Although one can argue her true downfall was having Caesar’s child and her desire to get him recognized as his son. If she would have just focused on Egypt, Rome probably would have left her alone.

[@petekdemircioglu]

@@Wallyworld30 Ahahaha 👏👏👏

[@heatherwaetzig2633]

Octavian's betrayal and his decision not to remove him when he could have was ultimately what did him in.

[@ignitionfrn2223]

1:30 - Chapter 1 - The boy & the king 4:50 - Chapter 2 - The man & the dictator 7:35 - Chapter 3 - Death of an (almost) king 11:00 - Mid roll ads 12:15 - Chapter 4 - The triumvirate reborn 16:15 - Chapter 5 - The triumvir & the queen 19:50 - Chapter 6 - Octavian rises 23:10 - Chapter 7 - "We are for the dark"

[@EMurph42]

Damn near 30 minutes, is this a record?! I really appreciate your hard work Simon. Ancient stuff is my passion & this story is what started it.

[@blackpowderuser373]

Mark Antony: Winter does not last forever. Spring comes. Snows melt. Scipio: That is a threat! Mark Antony: No, I assure you, that is no threat. Snows always melt.

[@Rikalonius]

That was a funny bit. I loved that show, except for their attempt to make Cato Burgess Meredith in Rocky. Cato was 5 years younger than Caesar.

[@asielnorton345]

I mean Antony lost to Augustus (or more accurately Agrippa), Augustus wrote the history, obviously the classic propagandists are going to paint Antony as worthless. Augustus ordered all contemporary mention of Antony destroyed. It’s hard to know what actually occurred, and it’s hard to imagine him being so important to Caesar and gaining such power if he were just a partying loser.

[@alienlife7754]

He was Caesar’s version of Stonewall Jackson. Give him a legion, point him at the enemy, and say go and he’ll get the job done. But he couldn’t command an entire army. He wasn’t creative enough. Had to be told what to do by Caesar. He was important to Caesar, but only as brute force.

[@asielnorton345]

@@alienlife7754 I mean he defeated Brutus and Cassius, Augustus wasn't a general. Before that he was Julius's second in command in some of the greatest victories in military history. I would imagine he was a good general. Again, Augustus literally had all writings about Anotony destroyed. So we get August's portrait, which will not be accurate.

[@heatherwaetzig2633]

Well said I've read several books on Antony's life. He has been unfairly slandered both from Augustus' propaganda and the lies told about him much later. He was far more intelligent and capable then he is usually portrayed. More so than others I would say Pompey, Cicero, Brutus, Cassius. He was a very talented general, saved Caesar's life multiple times, cared for his soldiers, rose to the position of consul, when others betrayed Caesar he stayed loyal. After Caesar was assassinated it was Antony who abolished the office of dictator he was a consul at the time to prevent one man from gaining absolute power. Also it was he who kept peace in Rome right after Caesar's assassination making a deal with the assassins. He only went after them when it was clear they were a threat to his life. This is also why he had Cicero killed. The man was slandering him in the Senate.

[@heatherwaetzig2633]

Moving on Antony only allied with Octavian when he was forced to do so. Contrary to popular belief Caesar was not giving Rome to Octavian on a platter in his Will. The Republic still existed Caesar seized absolute power illegally. Which was why he was assassinated. The Senate didn't like Octavian because they suspected as time went on that he was planning to do what Caesar had done. They weren't wrong. After the Second Triumvirate was formed the three went after Brutus and Cassius. As far as I know Agrippa was not with Octavian on the battlefield at this time. So he performed very poorly on the battlefield. During the Battle of Philippi he literally sat in his tent and made Antony fight the whole conflict for him. What a wimp! It was only after Philippi that Antony went to rule the East and unfortunately his wife Fulvia died which allowed Octavian to corner him into marrying his sister Octavia. Relations between the two broke down even more after that. Octavian kept backstabbing Antony but he couldn't retaliate because of his marriage which forced an uneasy peace on the people of Rome. It was only when Antony felt he was stuck and couldn't negotiate any further with his brother-in-law that he divorced Octavia left her and married Cleopatra. He was Cleopatra's husband not just her lover. She was his wife this is documented in their letters.

[@heatherwaetzig2633]

Sadly, we all know what happened after that. They finally went to war with Octavian and ultimately lost. He should've murdered the future Augustus and his sister when he had the chance. He probably would've saved the Republic from being destroyed completely at the same time if he had done so. Mark Antony is a lot like Richard III. Another great military commander and leader who was unfairly slandered by the Tudors who defeated him. All to justify their rule. Ever heard the phrase Tudor Propaganda? Augustan Propaganda is very similar.

[@MJSpiritual]

James Purefoy's portrayal of Antony in Rome was one of my favorite performances. He was every bit as brazen, brutal and entertaining as I would imagine Antony.

[@shindari]

Marc Antony: "History's most beloved loser."

[@jackj9816]

Yet he still did more then we ever will

[@sanaddaoud6541]

@Nav I what?

[@sanaddaoud6541]

@Nav I I don't think you are Mark Antony

[@Ari33sa]

I really wonder... how's he a loser. Sure he lost his final battle and then committed suicide unable to vanquish his greatest rival... But for an upstart from a plebeian family already in debt he moment he reaches adulthood... becoming the second (if not at time most) powerful man in the roman empire is a good achievement.

[@asadraza6146]

@@Ari33sa It is a good achievement, but it is easy to realize how careless his mistakes were. Julius Caesar gave him the job any competent man with a lot of ambition would kill(even their own family members at the time) for. He got to rule Rome, and he took it easy. I see Antony as a commander who loves adrenaline. He is the kind of guy who could become valedictorian, accepted into Harvard, becomes CEO of a fortune 500 company, but instead decides to go the bar with his friends. Its his lack of discipline which makes him a target for criticism.

[@MrBinieam]

I think because of his and Cleopatras tragic end but also because of that great sounding name, Mark Anthony has stood out for me more than Augustus.

[@thnktank1]

Mark Anthony is at once an everyman and a total badass. He could drink, he could fight, he could lead an army, be was smart, he was rich, he could live off the land, and he bedded the most iconic woman of his era.

[@monewilliams6245]

He also died a coward

[@hannibalburgers477]

>Smart

[@qasimmir7117]

He was stupid, cowardly, prideful, and a scumbag.

[@happyChappy96621]

Lol and he was a bit of a dumbass. His invasion of Parthia proves this.

[@mrhouse9833]

​@@monewilliams6245how so? Which part of he wenting for a final battle he already knew he would lost and his soldiers deserting him did you missed?

[@misssluttypants84]

RIP Mark Antony. NO I'm not crying, yes, YES I am.

[@smartypants4571]

People are crazy ; they always that I am the second coming of Mark Antony !

[@FortunateXpat]

Decimus Brutus wasn’t just anyone, he was one of Caesar’s most trusted generals. Such betrayal!

[@JustinCage56]

"It was like hearing two pigs discuss what they'll do once they taken over the slaughterhouse." I gotta use that phrase one day!

[@millionminimagicmice]

1:23 I liked the way you said *Empire* lol

[@WeirdOne19142]

Just to set the record straight: Julius Caeser did NOT just swoop in a snatch up Marc Anthony's girl. If you're interested in a FASCINATING piece of history, check out: "the Siege of Alexandria." Ptolomy 13 (there were wayyyy too many ptolomies. So many in fact, that this is called the ptolomaic era. I digress) anyway ptolomy 13 was held captive by about 4k Roman troops, including Julius. Meanwhile Julius was held captive by 20k Egyptians. It was a huge deal. Julius had no choice but to side with Cleopatra and then put her on the throne after he snuck out, took command of a middle eastern army and killed ptolomy and all of his forces. Really really really fascinating story. If you like history, you shouldn't miss it.

[@adamyves1750]

You're missing the point. Biohraphics presents Caesar and Cleopatra's return to Rome from what must have been Marcus Antonius' pov, the impulsive hot headed person that he must've been.

[@sleazymeezy]

@@adamyves1750 nope, it's you missing the point, my man has some great points about the drive of alexandria. I'd just say that ptolomey 13 died by an accidental capsizing while fleeing.

[@Rikalonius]

@@adamyves1750 Marc Antony saw Cleopatra when she was 14 and then he left for Gaul. I though the video was funny, but to a womanizer like Antony, I'm sure she was quickly forgotten. The first time Cleopatra was in Rome, Antony wasn't there. The second time, when they returned from Spain, it was only a short time before Caesar's death. We don't know if he ever decided to ride out to Caesar's villa to meet her again. Fulvia probably would have said, "ah hell no are you riding over the Tiber to see that hussy." So the next time he would have seen in her, in Tarsus, would have been 15 years from when he saw her as a young girl.

[@NYCfrankie]

Imagine the butterfly effect if Caesar had heard Antony and he'd prevented the assassination

[@killme2675]

Well, he intended to invade Persia so Parthia would've fallen... Cleopatra and Antony wouldn't be dead... Although, Persians have a thing for regaining their empires so I doubt the Romans would be able to hold onto it for long. But yes, the domino effect will be much much distinct.

[@johnsaunders2109]

@@killme2675 dont bank on it! Rome was never strong enough to conquer Parthia !!!

[@killme2675]

@@johnsaunders2109 Caesar was though...

[@danielhogan6255]

Imagine if marc anthony died before his will had been unveiled by octavian..

[@83gemm]

Eh, they had it in for Jules. I think they’d have just gotten him another time. Maybe not though.

[@generalgrievous2438]

With the golden laurel part: it’s worth mentioning that Caesar likely had a part in this affair too. Caesar wanted to kick down the people’s belief in him trying to make himself king, so what greater way could he do that than literally reject a crown in front of the masses? It was fairly obvious of the affect, and Antony likely didn’t do it whimsically.

[@behrensf84]

So if Marc Anthony wasn’t such a bum running Rome, he might have been in Caesar’s will...

[@nicktesta20]

Lmfao probably

[@vinrusso821]

He was the EXECUTER of Cesears will.

[@k.s.burney5102]

I’m surprised that Antony didn’t fudge the part of Caesar making Octavian his heir. I’m sure Octavian would have which is probably why Octavian became emperor and Antony is best known by being with Cleopatra.

[@ianc.dawkinsmoore513]

Brilliant presentation of a man I always thought was a fool. He was a fool but a courageous fool who, as Simon articulates, lived a life that few of us could ever dream of. Great presentation.

[@Domindi]

Doesn't mention Anthony's wife one of the main reasons Octavian/Augustus and Anthony resumed their personal war. Who was nothing less than Augustus own sister.. Octavia: Am I a joke to you??

[@johnsaunders2109]

She was used by Augustus as an excuse for war! He'd been quite happy to marry her to Antony years before, and she'd had 2 daughters by Antony ! Antony leaving her for Cleopatra gave Augustus his chance!

[@petekdemircioglu]

@@johnsaunders2109 he must be bored of his perfect Roman wife

[@heatherwaetzig2633]

Octavian resumed the war by not allowing Anthony's veterans to settle in Italy. Which is why Fulvia and Lucius Antony's brother went after him. Antony was far too kind to Octavian. He had multiple opportunities to take Octavian out but chose not to. Most likely the Roman Republic would have survived longer had he done so.

[@floopydoopy4345]

Who's that Octavian you mentioned a couple of times? Sounds like an interesting fellow, maybe do a video on him? pls

[@floopydoopy4345]

Shrek?

[@dougroberts9821]

victor bruun blasphemy doesn’t suit you well.

[@martytu20]

Some narcissist who insisted on having his month get 31 days instead of 30. Poor February, left in the dust with 28 days.

[@S.M.Plabon]

FloopyDoopy The greatest Roman emperor ever

[@MastaRavenkroft]

@@martytu20 poor February? In terms of supply and demand, February is a rarity and therefore the most valuable month.

[@termeownator]

I read that Antony ran around with Clodius in their younger days. Man, I can't even imagine the kinda shenanigans they got up to

[@DavidGarcia-oi5nt]

I bet she could suck a bullet through a Glock on safety.

[@termeownator]

@@DavidGarcia-oi5nt Who Clodius in drag? Or Fulvia? Fulvia may rival Cleopatra in being one of the most influential women of the time. Married to Clodius, Curio (the younger), then Marc Antony, she's thought to have had considerable influence on especially Antony

[@DavidGarcia-oi5nt]

@@termeownator wait wtf this is not the message I was responding to.. the one I read said "I bet she could suck a golf ball through a garden hose"

[@Soccercrazyigboman]

Next Biographics: the life of Thanos. Great farmer and environmentalist

[@Neville133]

That outro was probably my favorite out of all the videos you've ever done. It really spoke to me.

[@michaelrck]

I gotta say that this channel has taught me more about History and it's main contributors than my whole of my education at school and collage. Keep em coming!

[@stevenjlovelace]

I want to start a "Third Guy" Triumvirate with Crassus, Lepidus, and Michael Collins.

[@thecofieldcollection3792]

I've watched so many of these things now that I swear sometimes at night when I am reading my book, I start hearing it in your voice!

[@FalloutZone]

Favorite biography thus far! Been here since ep 1 keep it coming y’all!

[@videocrowsnest5251]

"I am the Senate!" - The Emperor (Ceasar) "Not yet. The Senate will decide your fate!" - The Roman Senate

[@videocrowsnest5251]

@@goldmanstaxxx6408 You would be correct.

[@jorgebersabe293]

Caesar: "It's treason, then." (Cue pulling off a gladius and shouting a Roman war cry)

[@AnnabelRoss6789]

"I'm going to play both sides, so I come out on top," - *Mark Antony*

[@MarioVesco]

applause to the great narration and skilful efficient packing of so much history in such a short time

[@victoriagibson7828]

I suspect that both Caesar and Marc Antony knew exactly what they were doing with the Laurel wreath incident, it was an excellent way of testing public opinion on the matter of Caesar as king without outrightly announcing any such plans. Of course, caesar wasn’t quite as smooth with it as he thought but there was already a significant amount of tension around the subject of his increasing power and popularity, and many of the senate were already sat there watching it whilst nervously biting their fingernails.

[@anthonyprice5708]

Good to know that the man I was named after was one of the coolest failures of all time.

[@leeuwsehollandice3260]

My name is Anthony aswell. A lot of people with this name made succes in their life. You’ll never hear a Antony. Always Anthony. Be happy with you’re revival H. this man just had a futuristic brain glitch😂 be cool my friend

[@jamesbuck2378]

Mark Anthony seemed to have a career of dizzying success, from one point he was over 'here' chating up with a young man, then swinging over 'there' to lead the troops in Syria, to then spin in circles to Egypt, than France, than to the senate and so on, so on. Mate Anthony!, you need a stiff brew and just sit down, for goodness sake!?

[@misssluttypants84]

Antony*

[@smartypants4571]

Good correction coming from me !

[@ApostleMan222]

Dude I LOVE THIS CHANNEL. Been hooked since I discovered it last week. Talk about a modern Library of Alexandria!!

[@zappawench6048]

Wow...waxing lyrical at the end, there! Very moving and a powerful depiction of an extraordinary life.

[@scotjock1]

Great Roman videos as usual, would love to see more on the Praetorian Guard and every other Emperor and General Rome had :) keep up the great work mate.

[@ryanrussell2817]

Thank you for doing this one! Antony is one of my favorite characters in all of history!

[@ismailislamov7533]

Simon, its one of your best video’s. Hats off for you and your team

[@u.b.5773]

Amazing! Simply amazing! Great presentation Simon.

[@CoolAdam247]

Marcus Antonius is just a badass with a wild cowboy attitude who led a crazy life ! An exemplary soldier and a tragic figure. *A TRUE MAD LAD !* 🚬😎🍷

[@luciusseneca2715]

Antony won the dynastic battle, though. It was his descendants through his children with Octavia that would rule the empire as the Julio-Claudian dynasty.

[@johnsaunders2109]

They were Octavians descendants too !!!

[@remmasangcay5348]

@@johnsaunders2109 yeah because Mark antony was Octavian's uncle

[@mariaruelasrodriguez6739]

Since I was little I love history. And your channel has made it more marvelous for me. Thank'S. Your style is wonderful Simon, like how you make history accesible and so entertaining. 🥰🙂👏👏👏👏

[@bhoyminoy6860]

keep up the fantastic work guys we appreciate these videos!

[@Lileyebrows]

Hey Simon, you NEED to do a video on Scatman John, a great life story and greater man. LOVE YOUR VIDS 👌🏼

[@eugenecroswell6986]

Nice was hoping you'd get this one in there after Cleopatra one

[@rockstar450]

Wow that was a powerful summary at the end. Very well written!

[@primesspct2]

wonderfully well told, as always!

[@hiddenwoodsben]

"Another dude you dont need to bother remembering" aight, now i want to see a vid about marcus licinius crassus, please. you know the dude defeating spartacus and also the richest man of his time.

[@dyingearth]

It's literally sacrilegious for Antony to leave Rome while holding the office of Tribune, nevermind commanding an army against Rome.

[@caesarion4975]

Good thing his best friend was the pontifex Maximus

[@Wallyworld30]

I don't believe his was still Tribune when he was put in charge of the city. I could be wrong but I don't think so.

[@dyingearth]

@@Wallyworld30 it's not an office that you can resigned from. It's part political and part religious.

[@Wallyworld30]

@@dyingearth It is just one year I just looked it up. Here is where it talks about how long the Term lasts for a Tribune. "On the return of the envoys, the senate and the tribunes agreed to the appointment of a committee of ten men, known as the decemviri, or decemvirs, to serve for one year in place of the annual magistrates, and codify Roman law."

[@Lakhshamana]

Well then, it's good thing that both the violin and Flight of the Bumblebee wasn't around at that time

[@davyt0247]

Congratulations on one million subscribers Simon!!!

[@chickenbatty542]

Really enjoy your channel buddy keep up the good work

[@cameronm2254]

Great video. I find Mark Antony very interesting as a historical figure and it's great to watch a more in-depth video. Could you do Diocletian in the future? Thanks.

[@rwbybomb2160]

i can just imagine simon shaving his head, applying the after shave stuff, and watching proudly as his head shines like a small sun

[@MichaelGalt]

Excellent video. Watched it right after a video about how his navy was defeated and needed the rest of the story about what led him to that point.

[@veenusharma4523]

Wonderful one Simon! Please make another one on Augustus as well.

[@RealmRabbit]

3:59 No love for Marcus Licinius Crassus... D: Can't buy me love...

[@coffeebean7012]

This is one of the greatest work you have done yet Simon

[@stonnedgunnertv23]

Great video today I've become true student and I look forward to these lessons every week 🙌😊

[@gwenyc.z5061]

That was fantastic! Thank you!

[@alexanderveritas]

Mark Anthony was pretty much the real life Forrest Gump of Ancient Rome: _he just had it coming, again and again, until eventually becoming a superstar._

[@phil2434]

Can you do one on the hatfields and mccoys? ❤️

[@agedefyingfitness]

Awesome Simon! Loved that one. Mark Antony could be a movie, a good one.

[@maxforever26]

First time on your channel. Really enjoyed it! Bravo!

[@ABBARULESEARTH]

Its quite ironic when a famous bearded man advertises dollar shave club😂😂😂 great video as always

[@shebbs1]

Hint: look at his head, the whole head!

[@martytu20]

Owain Shebbeare fald braud.

[@alinseremet391]

I'd love to see a clip about cassius longinus from you.

[@mitapala1324]

Daaaaaammmm! Your beard it’s growing!!!! Good luck Simon

[@PanzerIV1976]

Excellent storytelling. Thanks.

[@Wallyworld30]

The HBO Series ROME is now on amazon Prime. If you haven't seen it yet WTF are you waiting for??

[@Wallyworld30]

@Neal Palmer If you have time to watch shitty YT video's you have time to watch one of the best TV programs ever made.

[@u.b.5773]

I agree with this. Watch Rome. It is amazing.

[@salvatore5553]

Its not on there anymore

[@Wallyworld30]

@@salvatore5553 Yeah, they removed it sadly.

[@robdon3472]

A breakfast Biographics? It's like when the have an NFL game in London

[@russellwoodstechno]

fewer concussions and domestic abuse.

[@coreymesham-pritchard1988]

@phillip martin of course not 😂😂😂 We play real football.

[@dougroberts9821]

phillip martin not yet but it’s quickly growing in popularity.

[@robdon3472]

@phillip martin I just meant cause normally NFL games start later in the day for me so when there's a game in London I get morning football

[@TheClaytong]

One of your very best videos!

[@Greg-jz5fg]

Good upload! Not alot of info on this guy( other than the Cleopatra affair) thank you smart British guy.

[@AuburnDetroitTiger]

"Some other dude????" That was MARCUS CRASSUS!! The Richest man in Rome!!!! Also, the Villain in the Spartacus movie and in the Spartacus STARZ TV series.

[@joeloughan381]

“Ran Rome with Pompey and Cesar there more famous than me” Cassius

[@jimofthejungle02]

"Those Romans think they're minted, but they ain't rich like me, but you cant call your self loaded til you can buy an army" - Crassus

[@Luubelaar]

Horrible Histories FTW!!!

[@kofir6748]

I love any episode in which Simon says “empire.”

[@bagsanddrags]

This is one I've been waiting for!!

[@brandonkelusky2493]

Do one on the renaissance painter Matthias grunewald.

[@stephjovi]

We all know where Goul is its where Asterix and Obelix live 😂.

[@dave0z96]

I love your videos . I'd like to see you do a video on Clessie Cummins, the founder of the Cummins Engine Company, and Matthias Baldwin founder of Baldwin Locomotive Works . Their two renowned historical people, that had very interesting careers .

[@seanc.mcnally2118]

Thanks, Simon

[@chickendrawsdogs3343]

Simon's starting to look like a viking with that beard. Gonna need some head tattoos.

[@CORNSiLK]

Cool video! According to ancestry, he was my 48th great grandfather.

[@barbaravick5634]

CORNSiLK uh huh.

[@johnsaunders2109]

Yeah. And Augustus was my 98th second cousin, 73 times removed!

[@farzanfarhangmehr6919]

Amazing video thanks man!