JC, the Man HImself Gaius Julius Caesar born 100 BCEGaius Julius Caesar born 100 BCE Born to a wealthy, political familyBorn to a wealthy, political family Had an excellent educationHad an excellent education Rise to the topRise to the top Pontifex Maximus (63 BCE) – Chief religious office in RomePontifex Maximus (63 BCE) – Chief religious office in Rome Praetor (62 BCE) – Roman official and served in SpainPraetor (62 BCE) – Roman official and served in Spain Consul (59 BCE)Consul (59 BCE) The Senate feared his success and sent him to GaulThe Senate feared his success and sent him to Gaul