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Who were the Roman emperors assassinated while in power?
The most dangerous occupation in ancient Rome was leading the Roman Empire
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During the Roman Empire's more than 500-year run, more than 30 of ancient Rome's 82 emperors were assassinated while in office. Indeed, being the most powerful person in the land was often a death sentence. Ironically the Praetorian Guard, a unit of the Imperial Roman Army charged with protecting Roman emperors, murdered 13 of them. Otherwise, blame can be leveled on disgruntled relatives and power-hungry politicians and officials.
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