Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa was a famous Roman statesman, general and architect who lived during the reign of Emperor Augustus. There are several synonyms for his name which includes Marcus Agrippa, Agrippa the Elder, Caius Julius Caesar Agrippa, and Agrippa. He was a trusted friend and adviser to Augustus and played a crucial role in shaping the Roman Empire. Agrippa was a gifted general who led successful military campaigns in Gaul, Hispania, and Egypt. He was also an accomplished architect who designed several notable buildings, including the Pantheon. Today, Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa is remembered as one of the greatest statesmen in Roman history.