Did Caligula really say 'I will make them all bow down to me.'?

Caligula Quote Source & Citation:

I will make them all bow down to me.

— Caligula Contemporary · Roman Emperor, made horse a senator

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"I am destined for greatness."

"I am the most beautiful man in the world."

"I am the greatest emperor who ever lived."

"I am going to make the whole world tremble."

"I am the lord of all."

Reported by Dio Cassius, as a threat to those who opposed him.

Date: c. 39-41 AD

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