"I have always been a man of honor, and have upheld the dignity of the Roman name."

"I put an end to the civil wars, which lasted for twenty years."

"Quintilius Varus, give me back my legions!"

"I have restored peace to the world."

"May I be privileged to build the foundations of the state safe and sound, and lay the groundwork for the future as I wish, and so gain the reward of my endeavor: to be called the author of the best po…"