As the soldiers were the proletariat of Italy, the revolution became social as well as political. […] Little had been done to repair the ravages of civil war and promote social regeneration. […] Along with bankrupts and adventurers, the Caesarian party comprised a formidable array of ability and social distinction. […] Yet surmise about origins and social standing may claim validity. […] What remained of the Caesarian faction after the Ides of March showed a lack of social distinction or active talent.