The "Madness" phase. Famous (and perhaps exaggerated) anecdotes emerge, including his plan to make his horse, Incitatus, a consul.
Ascends to the throne after the death of Tiberius. His reign begins with universal acclaim and the restoration of treason trials. index of caligula
A condensed version focusing on the political drama. The "Madness" phase
From a historical perspective, the index of his crimes—incest, squandering the treasury, and declaring himself a living god—serves as a primary study in how the Roman principate could devolve into a tyranny. From a pop-culture perspective, he remains the archetype of the "mad king," a figure that continues to inspire characters in everything from Game of Thrones to modern political satire. His reign begins with universal acclaim and the
When students of history or film buffs search for the "Index of Caligula," they are usually hunting for one of two things: a chronological guide to the chaotic reign of Gaius Caesar Augustus Germanicus, or a content directory for the notorious 1979 cult classic film starring Malcolm McDowell.