Throughout European history, kings and dictators have been known for their unquenchable thirst for power and complete domination; the lure of absolute supremacy and total loyalty was too tempting to ignore. Some made their way through birthright, others by planning their path through politics. But none are as infamous as that of Julius Caesar and Napoleon Bonaparte. Both Napoleon and Caesar achieved great glory by leading their countries out of the turmoil that followed the revolutionary eras, using their political and military support as well as their exceptional warfare tactics. Although Caesar achieved major accomplishments, Napoleon receives the most praise for his work in creating efficient government systems, along with his military exploits. Together, both men reshaped their countries and re-ordered their empires, while remaining pro-people. Julius Caesar was born during Rome's instability: the element of disorder ruled the Republic, which discredited his nobility and could not maintain control over Rome's considerable size and influence. After the death of Rome's dictator, Sulla, Caesar returned from military service and organized a private army to attack Mithridates VI Eupator, king of Pontus, who was an enemy of Rome. Shortly thereafter, Caesar began working with Pompey, a former lieutenant who served under Sulla but had changed positions after the dictator's death. Around 68 BC Caesar was elected quaestor (basic political position). Eight years later, in 60 BC, Julius served as governor of the Roman province of Spain. While maintaining his relationship with Pompey, Caesar also sided with the Roman general and politician Marcus Licinius Crassus, who provided...... half of the document ......h The transition of France and Rome from republics to empires. Works Cited" Biography of Julius Caesar." Bio.com. A&E Networks Television and Web. January 12, 2014. "Site of Julius Caesar's stabbing identified." History.com. A&E Television Networks, October 11, 2012. Web. January 12, 2014. "Napoleon and Caesar: A History of European Europe." Napoleon and Caesar :: History of European Europe. Np, nd Web. January 12, 2014."Napoleon Bonaparte Julius Caesar Military War Campaigns Rome France History." By Gary Watson. Np, nd Web. January 12, 2014."Napoleonic Code approved in France." History.com. A&E and Web television networks. January 13, 2014."Napoleonic Reforms - HistoryWiz Napoleon and the French Revolution." Napoleonic reforms. Np, nd Web. 14 January 2014."Rome France Government Julius Caesar Napoleon Bonaparte Historical comparison." By Gary Watson. Np, nd Web. 12 January. 2014.