Shakespeare's Tragic Hero

Both Julius Julius Caesar and Brutus are considered to be tragic heroes in Julius Caesar, however they are character foils and therefore have different character traits that make them heroes. 

Julius Caesar (ambitious)

·         He won great battles as a general in the army.

·         He was  a senator in Rome

·         He became a part of the Triumvirate with Pompey.

·         Defeated Pompey and drove his influence out of Rome.

·         Was considered a god by many Romans

·         Almost became Emperor of Rome. 

Brutus (selfless)

·         He does what he thinks is best for Rome, not himself.

·         He defends the Republic in times of need.

·         He is true, sincere, and has integrity; even in hard times.

·         He is kind and gentile to others, including his wife.