I’m a bit confused on the relationship between him and one of the few good emperors of that time; Claudius, of “I Claudius” fame. As the story goes Claudius had a limp and a stutter and was considered crazy by the Royal Court which probably saved his life on several occasions in the bloodthirsty intrigues to gain control of the throne. Especially from his bloodthirsty Grandmother. After Caligula was assassinated the Praetorian guard put Claudius on the throne thinking him a fool and easily controlled. Instead he went on to save the Roman Empire as some say was predicted by an Oracle.
The great 1970s BBC series said Claudius was Caligula’s older uncle but online sources say they were brothers.
The series is now digitally mastered and excellent in both historical, acting and entertainment purposes. Here is a link and if you never saw it I highly advise it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9_oQrpQfrPs&list=PLT-k0lP5b7WUa19N3G9qXkHXcWzHri201
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A little treat is several now old (or dead) actors made their first big appearances in the series like Patrick Stewart.
Caligula was the son of Claudius’ brother Germanicus. “Caligula” means “little boots” which is the nickname Germanicus’ troops gave to the young boy.
“I Claudius”. Stagy, but One of the best BBC shows ever! Got it on DVD.