Eli5: Why was it world-changing that Caesar crossed the Rubicon?

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Eli5: Why was it world-changing that Caesar crossed the Rubicon?

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When returning from war, the rubicon was the official/ceremonial place where an army disbanded and soldiers became citizens again.

When ceaser crossed the rubicon, he did so with his army intact. Meaning he literally marched an army towards Rome, declaring his intent for everyone to see.

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