45BC

What Happened in 45 BC

Major Events

  • Jan 1 The Julian calendar takes effect for the first time, by edict of Roman consul Julius Caesar
  • Mar 17 In his last victory, Julius Caesar defeats the Pompeian forces of Titus Labienus and Pompey the Younger in the Battle of Munda

Who Died in 45 BC

  • Mar 17 Titus Labienus, Roman leader (Lieutenant of Julius Caesar who later opposed him), killed in the Battle of Munda
  • Apr 12 Gnaeus Pompeius, the Younger, Roman general