Answer:
- To get a hold on Egyptian wealth and goods
- To get more power in Africa, and have a better position to continue spreading Roman territory
- To combine Roman and Egyptian power, in the military as well as in culture and social power
Step-by-step explanation:
- Egypt was the land of plentiful goods. Not only did they have cotton, wealth, fertile soil themselves, but they also gained control over the Kush kingdom that was rich with gold, ivory, and various other luxurious. By uniting Egypt with Rome, Ceaser would benefit economically and claim the goods Egyptian territory had to offer
- Egypt’s position in North-East Africa allowed the influence over the rest of Africa, as well as connect the Roman territory and power they had over the Mediterrane and the Middle East. This strategic position would allow further spreading on the South and East of Africa, and a way to conquer more land and further the borders of Roman territory.
- Egypt was one of the greatest dynasties of the ancient world. They had great military, economic, and social influence on the rest of the world at the time. By getting control over the Ceaser would finally unite the most glorious civilizations of the time. He would grant power over the Egyptian military, as well as cultural power over their people and the people they ruled.