Project Summary: The transformation of the Roman government during the rule of Octavian (Also about his successors) Analytical Paper for a history class. A great emphasis on Octavian and the loss of power and influence of the Roman senate is needed. The thesis will be: "The constintency of civil war led to the Roman acceptance of long term dictatorship, for the Romans learned that the Republican system was no longer functional as a means for government." Needs to be 3000-3500 words. A works cited should be provided separate from the paper length.