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Ancient Rome: The Roman Republic
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When did the Roman Empire officially begin?
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With the rule of Augustus Caesar.
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The Roman Empire officially began in 27 BCE when Octavian, the adopted heir of Julius Caesar, was granted the title 'Augustus' by the Senate. This marked the end of the Roman Republic and the beginning of the Principate, with Augustus ruling as the first official Roman Emperor.