Calpurnia (wife of Caesar)
Calpurnia was either the third or fourth wife of Julius Caesar, and the one to whom he was married at the time of his assassination. According to contemporary sources, she was a good and faithful wife, in spite of her husband's infidelity; and, forewarned of the attempt on his life, she endeavored in vain to prevent his murder.
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| Born | c. 76 BC Rome |
| Died | Rome |
| Known for | The last wife of Julius Caesar |
| Spouse(s) | Julius Caesar (59–44 BC; his death) |
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