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What if Augustus had a son with Scribonia instead of a daughter as OTL. His immediate heir would obviously be his son. If we go further and say his direct descendants go on to be the next few emperors and do well, what would be the effects (if there are any) on the Roman Empire? Would an Emperor's legitimacy come from being related to Augustus' line and would it effect the chances of generals revolting to try to become Emperor?
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