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From what year did the "Res gestae" start?

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The Res gestae divi Augusti, or "The Deeds of the Divine Augustus," is a historical document written by Augustus, the first Roman emperor. It begins in the year 96, when Augustus was 63 years old. The document chronicles Augustus's life and achievements, and it is considered one of the most important sources of information about the early Roman Empire.
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