August takes its name from one Augustus Caesar. Augustus, originally called Octavian, lived from 63 BC until 14 AD. He took power after defeating one Mark Anthony and his bint Cleopatra in 31 BC and became the sole ruler of the Roman empire. In 27 BC the senate, the parliament of Rome, gave him the title 'Augustus,' meaning 'illustrious one,' which he added to the name Caesar, a name granted to him from his great uncles will. His great uncle was one Julius Caesar of great fame. Julius also named him his heir, a good start in life.
In 8 BC Augustus renamed the month Sextilis, 'August,' in his own honour. Modesty was not a Roman norm. This was said to be because in August most of his great victories occurred, including taking Egypt.
One advantage of August is the return of proper football. As we speak up and down the land men are struggling to kick six bells out of one another, bringing glory to some and hospital time for others.
Great fun!
